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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The great thirst

by Jenny Seed

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1971

A group of characters faces a severe drought, highlighting their struggle for survival and the search for water.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

20/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore30

Characters face physical danger and hardship due to the drought.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in moments of stress.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use10

Characters may express despair, but not explicit self-harm.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The harsh conditions could imply despair, but not direct self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing20

The dire circumstances and potential for death create tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus on human survival may imply a secular worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters demonstrate courage in facing extreme environmental challenges.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a primary focus, but may be a personal coping mechanism.

Love & Friendship30

Characters show loyalty and protectiveness towards each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The struggle for survival may implicitly touch on desperation, not grace.

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