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Fastback Beach cover
Teens · Ages 13–15

Fastback Beach

by Shirlee Smith Matheson

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

A teenage girl navigates the challenges of a new town and a competitive surfing scene.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension exists between characters on the beach.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is free from scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is secular and contemporary.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in facing personal challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and familial bonds are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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