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The color of rain cover
Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The color of rain

by Cori McCarthy

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

In a post-apocalyptic world, a young woman named Cori navigates a dangerous landscape and forms complex relationships. She grapples with survival and her own identity.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are mature themes and implied intimacy between characters.

Violence / Gore50

The story contains significant violence and survival struggles.

Profanity / Language20

Some profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use10

Themes of despair and difficult choices are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters face extreme hardship and potential self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing30

The post-apocalyptic setting can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult elements are not part of this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Some characters may explore complex relationships.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is survival-focused, not explicitly Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Cori demonstrates resilience and courage in survival.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Relationships are central, with elements of love and loyalty.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Survival and difficult choices are more prominent than grace.

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