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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Call Me Sam

by Teresa Lynch

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

Sam, a teenager, deals with the complexities of family, friendships, and self-discovery during a pivotal summer.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Kissing and discussions of romantic relationships are present.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Sam shows courage in facing personal challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Sam navigates complex relationships with family and friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn about understanding and acceptance.

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