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Teens · Ages 13–16

Do-over

by Christine Hurley Deriso

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A teen girl gets a chance to redo her freshman year after a disastrous start, navigating friendships and self-discovery.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild kissing and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this novel.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in facing social challenges and personal mistakes.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is mentioned but not a central focus for characters.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and familial love are explored, not romantic love.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Forgiveness and second chances are themes for characters.

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