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Teens · Ages 13–16

Bad Girls

by Jacqueline Wilson

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

Two friends, May and Gina, navigate the challenges of growing up, dealing with peer pressure and their own developing identities.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

There are discussions and some implied romantic interests between characters.

Violence / Gore20

Minor conflicts and arguments occur between the friends.

Profanity / Language30

Some mild profanity and slang are used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a focus of the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on teen social issues, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

May and Gina show courage in facing their challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship50

The bond of friendship and loyalty between May and Gina is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The characters learn from their mistakes and grow.

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