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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Wasteland

by Francesca Lia Block

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

In a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, a young girl named Star navigates a dangerous world, seeking love and belonging. She encounters various characters.

Concern Level

37/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are descriptions of intimacy and kissing, some suggestive.

Violence / Gore30

The world is dangerous with depictions of violence and peril.

Profanity / Language20

Mild to moderate profanity is present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this book.

Substance Use10

References to drug use and its effects appear.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of despair and difficult emotional states are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The post-apocalyptic setting can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Some characters may have fluid identities or relationships.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal survival and connection.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Star shows resilience and courage in a harsh world.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from Wasteland.

Love & Friendship40

Star seeks and experiences romantic and platonic love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters grapple with difficult circumstances and find solace.

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