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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Smutter!

by Vince Marsden

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A young boy named Smutter navigates a challenging and often harsh world.

Concern Level

65/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Implied or discussed sexual situations may be present.

Violence / Gore50

Violence and harsh realities are depicted in Smutter's life.

Profanity / Language60

Profanity is used to reflect the harsh environment.

Blasphemy10

Mild blasphemy may occur in dialogue.

Substance Use20

Substance use might be implied or depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of despair may touch on self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing30

The harshness of the setting can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements appear.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality70

The worldview is often bleak and secular.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal20

Authority figures may be portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Smutter shows resilience and courage to survive.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Moments of loyalty and care exist between characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Focus is on survival, not explicit repentance.

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