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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The terrorist

by Caroline B. Cooney

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A teenage girl is drawn into a dangerous political situation when she befriends a young man with extremist views.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

A brief, non-explicit romantic interest is present.

Violence / Gore40

The story involves terrorism, bombings, and threats of violence.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm15

The protagonist experiences significant emotional distress.

Scary / Disturbing50

The plot contains suspenseful and potentially frightening situations.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The book explores extremist ideologies and their consequences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The protagonist shows courage in navigating a dangerous situation.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme in this story.

Love & Friendship25

Friendship and loyalty are explored, but not central.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

The story implicitly shows the negative outcomes of hatred.

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