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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

California Diaries #5

by Ann M. Martin

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

This installment of the California Diaries series follows the lives and challenges of a group of teenage girls in California.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Sexual themes, relationships, and discussions are common.

Violence / Gore10

Mild interpersonal conflict and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language30

Some instances of profanity are used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present in the book.

Substance Use20

References to or experimentation with substances may appear.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Occasional feelings of sadness or distress are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes20

Some characters may explore their identity, potentially including LGBTQ+ themes.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular and focused on personal experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show resilience in navigating teen issues.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendships and romantic interests are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some instances of empathy and understanding are shown.

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