Toxic
by Sara Shepard
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2014
This is a contemporary thriller about a group of teenagers dealing with secrets, lies, and dangerous consequences.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual themes and implied sexual activity are present between characters.
Violence occurs, including threats, physical altercations, and potentially murder.
Profanity is present in the dialogue of the teenage characters.
Mild blasphemy may occur in dialogue.
Themes of substance use are present among the characters.
Themes of self-harm or suicidal ideation may be present.
The book contains suspenseful and frightening elements, including danger and threats.
No occult elements are present in this book.
Some LGBTQ+ characters or themes may be present subtly.
A secular worldview is promoted through the characters' actions and motivations.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show some courage in facing difficult situations and secrets.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in this book.
Friendship and romantic relationships are explored, often with complications.
Themes of consequences for actions are present, but not Christian repentance.
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