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Teens · Ages 13–16

The bushwhacker

by Jennifer Johnson Garrity

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1999

A young girl named Sarah faces challenges and learns about her family's past and identity in the wilderness.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

The narrative includes descriptions of hardship and danger in the wilderness.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some descriptions of the wilderness and its dangers may be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story reflects a general moral framework, not explicitly Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Sarah demonstrates courage and resourcefulness in difficult situations.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a prominent theme in this story.

Love & Friendship40

Family bonds and loyalty are important aspects of the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The characters learn to overcome adversity and rely on each other.

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