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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Zac and Mia

by A. J. Betts

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

Two teenagers, Zac and Mia, meet in a hospital and form a bond as they confront serious illnesses and their own mortality.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some romantic intimacy and kissing are described.

Violence / Gore20

The narrative deals with the physical and emotional toll of illness.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm50

The book directly addresses themes of serious illness and mortality.

Scary / Disturbing10

The hospital setting and illness can create somber moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on human connection and resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Zac and Mia show courage in facing their health challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are central to the plot.

Love & Friendship50

A developing romantic love and deep friendship are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of hope and finding meaning are present.

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