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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Decked with holly

by Marni Bates

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A high school student navigates holiday traditions, family drama, and a budding romance during Christmas break.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

There are kissing scenes and romantic tension.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild language may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or horror-themed.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a secular, contemporary worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in facing relationship challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are featured.

Love & Friendship60

Romantic love and familial love are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not central.

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