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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Diversion

by Katherine Applegate

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A group of teenagers are sent to a mysterious island where they must survive and uncover its secrets.

Concern Level

43/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

20/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore50

The teens face dangerous situations and physical threats on the island.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in moments of stress.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The island setting and unknown dangers create suspense and fear.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality15

The story explores themes of control and freedom, questioning authority.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonists display significant courage and resourcefulness to survive.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty develop among the stranded teens.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of resilience and the will to survive are prominent.

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