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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The Sacrifice

by Katherine Applegate

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

In a post-apocalyptic world, a young girl must make a profound sacrifice to save her community from a deadly threat.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

29/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore40

Violence and the threat of death are significant plot elements.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The theme of sacrifice can be emotionally intense and touch on self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing15

The dangerous world creates a sense of threat.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is secular, focusing on human nature and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

The protagonist's willingness to sacrifice is a central theme.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship60

Self-sacrificing love for community and family is paramount.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of duty and making difficult choices are present.

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