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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Gospel of winter

by Brendan Kiely

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A teenage boy grapples with his identity and the secrets surrounding his family's past in a small town.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No explicit sexual content is present.

Violence / Gore10

There are mentions of past violence and conflict.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No self-harm or suicidal ideation is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative focuses on personal and family issues.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows courage in seeking truth about his past.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element.

Love & Friendship20

Family relationships and loyalty are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of truth and reconciliation are present.

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