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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Brother Brother, Sister Sister

by Helen Dunmore

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1999

Siblings Clara and Ben navigate a complex family situation and their own growing pains, dealing with secrets and emotional challenges.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some discussions and implications of romantic relationships exist.

Violence / Gore10

Emotional conflict and arguments are depicted.

Profanity / Language20

Profanity is present in the dialogue and narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this realistic novel.

Substance Use10

Themes of emotional distress and difficult feelings are explored.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Self-harm is alluded to or discussed in the context of distress.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present in this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this realistic fiction.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores complex human emotions and relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The siblings face difficult situations requiring some resilience.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this realistic story.

Love & Friendship50

Sibling relationships and family dynamics are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Understanding and empathy are explored between characters.

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