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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Death Cure

by James Dashner

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

Thomas and his friends must escape the dangerous city and uncover the truth about the organization that controls them.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

A romantic relationship is developing.

Violence / Gore70

Intense action, combat, and death are frequent.

Profanity / Language30

Moderate profanity is present throughout the book.

Blasphemy10

Some mild blasphemous exclamations may occur.

Substance Use20

Themes of desperation and difficult choices are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm30

Characters contemplate or attempt self-harm due to despair.

Scary / Disturbing40

The setting is dangerous and suspenseful.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The worldview is secular, focusing on survival and rebellion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters display significant courage in dangerous situations.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and sacrifice for friends are key themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are explored.

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