For the Record
by Ellie Irving
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
This is a contemporary YA novel about a teenage girl who finds herself in a difficult situation after a party.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentImplied sexual activity occurs after a party involving alcohol.
There is a brief mention of a fight at the party.
Some mild profanity is used by characters in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
Alcohol is present and consumed by teens at a party.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is realistic and not scary.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are prominent or affirmed.
The story focuses on teen choices and consequences, not a specific worldview.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in facing difficult consequences.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Characters demonstrate care and support for each other.
Themes of learning from mistakes are present.
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