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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Do I have to--

by Lin Picou

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young girl named Sarah struggles with her identity and her place in the world, finding solace in poetry and self-expression.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild emotional distress is depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes or witchcraft are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The focus is on personal growth and emotional expression.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah shows courage in expressing her feelings.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Sarah's love for poetry is a significant element.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are not explored.

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