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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Paradise Row gang

by Victoria Thorne

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1989

A group of teens navigates life in a tough urban neighborhood, facing challenges and forming bonds.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some mild romantic tension exists between characters.

Violence / Gore30

Street violence and gang activity are present in the setting.

Profanity / Language20

Occasional mild profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use10

Substance use is alluded to in the urban environment.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or horror-themed.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The non-Christian worldview is implied by the setting's struggles.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Some negative portrayals of authority figures exist.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show courage facing difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Friendship and loyalty are central themes among the gang.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some instances of characters helping each other are shown.

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