Zach's Lie
by Roland Smith
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
Zach, a teen, is forced to lie about his identity and past to protect his family.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild violence occurs during the protagonist's escape.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The story contains no scary or horror elements.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in the book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceZach shows courage in protecting his family and facing danger.
Faith is not a central theme or explicitly mentioned.
Zach's actions demonstrate love and loyalty to his family.
Themes of forgiveness and second chances are subtly present.
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