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Teens · Ages 13–17

Best friend next door

by Carolyn Mackler

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

Cassie navigates friendship drama and a budding romance during her summer vacation.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic tension and kissing are depicted.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

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

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on typical teenage social dynamics.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Cassie shows some courage in social situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not present.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and romantic feelings are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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