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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Time to take sides

by Sharlya Gold

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1976

During a time of conflict, two friends find themselves on opposing sides, testing the bonds of their loyalty.

Concern Level

48/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

28/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore60

The story depicts the realities and consequences of war.

Profanity / Language20

Some profanity may be present due to the war setting.

Blasphemy10

Mild blasphemy might occur in moments of distress.

Substance Use10

The context of war may imply or touch upon difficult themes.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The harshness of war might allude to despair.

Scary / Disturbing30

The war setting can create tense and unsettling moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview can be grim, reflecting the harshness of conflict.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Characters in conflict may be portrayed with flaws.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Characters display courage in facing difficult choices and danger.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not central to the plot.

Love & Friendship60

The story explores the complexities of friendship under duress.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters grapple with difficult moral decisions.

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