The loner
by Paige Dixon
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
A teenage boy named Cody, who is a loner, finds himself in a dangerous situation and must confront his fears.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are mild romantic interests and discussions.
Cody faces physical threats and a dangerous antagonist.
Some mild profanity is used by characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
There are discussions of past trauma and emotional distress.
Cody experiences significant emotional distress and isolation.
The antagonist and dangerous situations create some tension.
No occult or supernatural elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on individual resilience and overcoming adversity.
No negative portrayals of Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCody must find inner strength to survive and protect others.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Cody develops a protective instinct for someone in danger.
Cody's survival and growth can be seen as a form of grace.
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