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Young Adults · Ages 15+

We were never here

by Jennifer Gilmore

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

Two teenage girls, best friends, face a life-altering event during a trip to a remote island.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

24/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Implied romantic relationships and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore60

The story contains intense situations, a disappearance, and potential danger.

Profanity / Language30

Some moderate profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Characters experience significant emotional distress and anxiety.

Scary / Disturbing50

The atmosphere is suspenseful and unsettling, with moments of fear.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The narrative explores themes of trust and deception.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal30

Some adult figures are portrayed as unreliable or absent.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters demonstrate courage in facing a frightening situation.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are included.

Love & Friendship60

The strong bond of friendship between the girls is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters grapple with difficult truths and consequences.

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