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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

For keeps

by Natasha Friend

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A teenage girl navigates the complexities of friendships, family, and first love during a summer at her grandmother's house.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

2/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Kissing and romantic feelings are described with some detail.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

No sacrificial courage is a central theme.

Faith & Hope0

No true Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

The protagonist shows care for her family and friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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