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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Tricks (Tricks, #1)

by Ellen Hopkins

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

This novel in verse explores the lives and struggles of several teenagers dealing with difficult issues.

Concern Level

78/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content80

Explicit sexual encounters and discussions are present between characters.

Violence / Gore60

Themes of abuse, violence, and self-harm are depicted.

Profanity / Language70

Frequent and strong profanity is used throughout the narrative.

Blasphemy20

Some characters use religious language profanely.

Substance Use70

Substance abuse, including drugs and alcohol, is a significant theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm80

Suicide and self-harm are prominent and graphic themes.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some scenes may be disturbing due to the difficult subject matter.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are featured in the book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes20

Some characters explore their sexuality and relationships.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The narrative reflects a secular and often bleak worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Some characters express disillusionment with societal or religious structures.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show resilience in surviving difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship20

Some characters seek connection and love amidst their struggles.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of survival and coping are present.

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