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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The Arsonist

by Stephanie Oakes

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

In this historical thriller, a teenage girl investigates a series of arsons in her town, uncovering dark secrets and a dangerous conspiracy.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic subplots may be present, but are not explicit.

Violence / Gore40

Descriptions of fires and their destruction are vivid.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use5

Themes of desperation or despair may be present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No explicit themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing50

The suspenseful atmosphere and arson scenes can be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The story is set in a specific historical period.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist displays significant courage in facing danger.

Faith & Hope0

The story does not focus on Christian faith.

Love & Friendship15

Loyalty and friendship are important to the characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters may seek justice and truth.

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