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Young Adults · Ages 15+

When the river ran backward

by Emily Crofford

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

In a world where rivers flow backward, a young woman named Elara seeks to understand the cause and restore balance.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Hints of romantic interest may be present.

Violence / Gore20

Some conflict and danger are part of the journey.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild language may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The unusual world and its dangers create suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story features magical elements and a unique world.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The world's unique physics and magic suggest a non-standard worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in the narrative.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Elara shows great courage in facing the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Elara's determination to save her world shows a form of love.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story explores themes of change and restoration.

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