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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Under the skin

by Catherine MacPhail

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

A young girl named Sarah discovers she has a hidden ability to sense the emotions of others. This power leads her into a dangerous situation.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension and implied attraction may be present.

Violence / Gore30

The story contains suspenseful and potentially frightening scenes.

Profanity / Language15

Some moderate profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use5

Themes of distress and emotional struggle are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The story does not involve suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing50

The atmosphere is often tense and unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The protagonist's ability has supernatural undertones.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus on psychic abilities may lean away from a Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Sarah shows courage in using her abilities and facing danger.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Sarah's empathy for others shows a form of love.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Learning to control her powers touches on self-mastery.

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