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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

This side of Paradise

by Steven L. Layne

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

A young man grapples with his faith, his family's expectations, and a forbidden love.

Concern Level

30/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

52/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Romantic relationships and kissing are depicted.

Violence / Gore10

Some emotional conflict and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores navigating personal desires and faith.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters face difficult moral and personal choices.

Faith & Hope60

Faith and its role in life are central themes.

Love & Friendship50

Romantic love and familial love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Themes of grace, forgiveness, and redemption are present.

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