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What If the Bomb Goes Off? (Coming Alive) cover
Teens · Ages 13–17

What If the Bomb Goes Off? (Coming Alive)

by Stewart Ross

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

This historical fiction novel follows a group of teenagers in London during World War II as they navigate the dangers of air raids and the threat of invasion.

Concern Level

47/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore60

Depicts the violence and destruction of war, including bombings and fear.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is present in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.

Scary / Disturbing40

The threat of air raids and bombings creates a scary atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview promotion is present.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Characters display immense courage facing wartime dangers.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Strong bonds of friendship and family loyalty are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of resilience are present, but not specific grace/repentance.

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