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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Always Emily

by Michaela MacColl

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

Emily Dickinson's younger sister, Lavinia, navigates adolescence and her own identity in Amherst.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic feelings and discussions are present, but no explicit content.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in the story.

Blasphemy0

The story does not include any blasphemous content.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The book does not address themes of suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is character-driven and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

This book does not feature LGBTQ+ characters or themes.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on historical figures and personal growth, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

There are no negative portrayals of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Lavinia shows courage in forging her own path and identity.

Faith & Hope10

The historical context may include religious elements of the time.

Love & Friendship30

Family love and sisterly bonds are significant themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.

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