A formal feeling
by Zibby Oneal
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1982
This novel follows a teenage girl named Sarah as she navigates the complexities of adolescence, friendships, and family during the summer.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Violence is not a feature of this story.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
This book does not contain scary elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The narrative focuses on personal growth, not a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows some courage in facing social pressures.
Faith is not a significant element in the story.
Friendship and family relationships are explored.
There are themes of understanding and acceptance.
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