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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The zoo with the empty cage

by Steven Brezenoff

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A group of teenagers finds themselves in a mysterious zoo where the animals have vanished. They must uncover the truth behind the empty cages.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Some tense situations and mild peril are present.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The premise is unsettling and creates suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft20

There are hints of supernatural or unexplained phenomena.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The teens show courage in investigating the zoo.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and teamwork are important among the teens.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of curiosity and problem-solving are present.

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