Between Mom and Jo
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
A teenage girl navigates a complicated relationship with her mother and a new romantic interest named Jo.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and discussions of romantic feelings are present.
Mild conflict and arguments occur between characters.
Some mild profanity is used by characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is featured in the narrative.
A character experiences emotional distress.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are included.
The central relationship is between two girls, Jo and the protagonist.
The focus is on personal relationships and identity.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in facing difficult emotions.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Romantic love is a significant theme in the story.
Characters grapple with understanding themselves and others.
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