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Young Adults · Ages 16+

The Truth About Alice

by Jennifer Mathieu

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

This novel explores the aftermath of a sexual assault through the perspectives of different characters connected to the victim, Alice.

Concern Level

73/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content80

The central theme is a sexual assault and its impact.

Violence / Gore70

The book deals with the violence of sexual assault and its consequences.

Profanity / Language50

Profanity is present, reflecting realistic dialogue.

Blasphemy10

Mild blasphemy may occur in dialogue reflecting distress.

Substance Use30

The trauma depicted may touch on themes of despair.

Suicide & Self-Harm40

Self-harm is a potential consequence of the trauma explored.

Scary / Disturbing40

The subject matter is disturbing and emotionally intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The focus is on human reactions and societal issues.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters show courage in confronting difficult truths.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme in this story.

Love & Friendship30

Love is shown through attempts at support and understanding.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of justice and accountability are present.

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