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by Lydia Weaver
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
A young girl named Sarah navigates the challenges of growing up and finding her place in her small town.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic interest and discussions about relationships may occur.
No significant violence is depicted in this story.
Minimal, mild profanity might be present.
No blasphemy is found in this realistic fiction.
No themes of substance use are present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
This book contains no scary or horror elements.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.
This book focuses on personal growth, not a specific worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in facing personal challenges.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family relationships and friendships are central.
The book does not focus on grace or repentance.
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