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Young Adults · Ages 14+

Breathing

by Cheryl Herbsman

Age rating: Ages 14+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A young girl struggles with a serious illness and the emotional toll it takes on her and her family.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

The illness itself presents a form of struggle.

Profanity / Language5

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm15

Themes of facing mortality and emotional distress are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice35

The protagonist shows strength in facing her illness.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Family love and support are central to the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of resilience and finding peace are explored.

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