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Teens · Ages 13–15

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by Sarah Mlynowski

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A teenage girl named Cassie deals with a disastrous school dance, a rival, and a potential new romance.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

There is kissing and romantic tension between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular and focuses on teen social dynamics.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Cassie shows some courage in navigating social awkwardness.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Romantic relationships and crushes are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of friendship and overcoming social anxieties are present.

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