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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

A summer romance

by Susannah Brin

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A young woman named Sarah experiences a summer romance that challenges her perceptions and leads to personal growth.

Concern Level

30/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Kissing and romantic intimacy are depicted, but not explicit.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity might be used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are not part of the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A secular worldview might be presented through the romance.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Sarah shows courage in navigating her feelings.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship50

The central focus is on romantic love and its development.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of learning about oneself through relationships may appear.

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