Dear Del
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
Del, a young girl, navigates the complexities of friendship and family secrets in a 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 tension and kissing are present between characters.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Very mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is used in the book.
No substance abuse is featured in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story does not contain scary or horror elements.
Occult themes are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on realistic teen issues without a strong worldview.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDel shows some bravery in confronting difficult situations.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Friendship and familial love are explored.
Themes of understanding and forgiveness are present.
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