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Teens · Ages 14–16

Cousins

by Virginia Hamilton

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1990

A young girl named Thea-May visits her grandmother and cousins, exploring family dynamics and her own identity.

Concern Level

4/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Mild discussions of relationships and attraction may occur.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language5

Mild, infrequent profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft elements are not featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is grounded in realistic family life.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not specifically portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Thea-May shows courage in navigating family relationships.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Family bonds and understanding are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.

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