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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

First Time

by Meg Tily

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

This novel explores the complexities of first romantic relationships and the emotional journey of a teenage girl.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Romantic relationships involve kissing and implied intimacy.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language20

Some moderate profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included in the text.

Substance Use0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on personal relationships and emotions.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show some emotional resilience.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this contemporary novel.

Love & Friendship60

Romantic love and attraction are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of learning about relationships and self-discovery are present.

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