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Young Adults · Ages 16+

The ruining

by Anna Collomore

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A group of teenagers deals with the aftermath of a traumatic event and the secrets that bind them.

Concern Level

37/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Implied sexual encounters and discussions occur between characters.

Violence / Gore40

The book depicts violence related to the central mystery and its consequences.

Profanity / Language30

Moderate profanity is used by the teenage characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use20

Themes of despair and difficult coping mechanisms are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The story touches on past self-harm and suicidal ideation.

Scary / Disturbing20

The mystery and its implications create some suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular, focusing on human relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters show courage in confronting difficult truths.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship25

Friendship and loyalty are tested and explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Characters grapple with guilt and seek understanding.

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