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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Because It Is My Blood

by Gabrielle Zevin

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young woman grapples with her family's legacy and a mysterious illness that affects her community.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some kissing and romantic relationships are depicted.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is included in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters show courage in facing difficult family issues.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Family love and loyalty are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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