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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Better than perfect

by Simone Elkeles

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

This young adult novel follows a teenage girl as she navigates romance, friendships, and personal challenges, often with a focus on sports.

Concern Level

47/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Significant romantic and suggestive content is present.

Violence / Gore10

Mild conflict or tense situations may occur.

Profanity / Language30

Some profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is featured in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted in the story.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters show determination in their pursuits.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship50

Romantic love is a central focus of the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Grace and mercy are not primary themes.

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