
A Step Toward Falling
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2015
Two teenage girls, one dealing with anxiety and the other with a secret, form an unlikely friendship that helps them confront their challenges.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are discussions and implications of romantic relationships.
Some emotional conflict and arguments occur.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
The book addresses anxiety and its impact.
The story touches on themes of self-harm and suicidal ideation.
Emotional intensity can create some unease.
The story does not involve occult themes.
One of the main characters is exploring her sexuality and attraction to girls.
The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe girls show courage in facing their personal struggles.
There are subtle mentions of faith and prayer.
The developing friendship and mutual support are central.
Themes of understanding and acceptance are present.
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