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Teens · Ages 13–16

The runaway circus

by Gordon Reece

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

A young girl named Anya runs away from home to join a traveling circus, seeking a new life and belonging.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content15

Hints of attraction and romantic feelings are present.

Violence / Gore10

Some scenes involve conflict and hardship within the circus.

Profanity / Language5

Mild language may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing5

Some emotional intensity and difficult situations exist.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The narrative explores themes of social inequality and hardship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Anya demonstrates courage in seeking her own path.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme, but hope is present.

Love & Friendship15

The search for belonging and connection is a key theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of resilience and finding one's place are explored.

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