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Young Adults · Ages 16+

The return of Gabriel

by John Armistead

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A young boy named Gabriel returns to his hometown and confronts secrets from his past.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Some romantic relationships and implied intimacy are present.

Violence / Gore30

There are mentions of past violence and some tense confrontations.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use10

Themes of despair and difficult emotions are explored.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of despair and difficult emotions are explored.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Gabriel shows some resilience in facing his past.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element.

Love & Friendship20

Familial relationships and some romantic feelings are depicted.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some characters show empathy and understanding.

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