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Teens · Ages 13–16

A song for Lena

by Hilary Horder Hippely

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

Lena, a young girl, deals with the emotional aftermath of her mother's death and finds solace in music and family.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The story deals with grief, which can be emotionally intense.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is generally neutral.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Lena shows resilience in processing her grief.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Family love and support are central to the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of healing and moving forward are explored.

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