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Teens · Ages 13–15

Goodbye stranger

by Rebecca Stead

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

Emmy navigates the complexities of middle school, friendships, and first crushes. She learns about honesty and the challenges of growing up.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Themes of crushes and romantic feelings are present.

Violence / Gore5

Mild social conflict and arguments occur between friends.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the story.

Substance Use0

No themes of substance abuse are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of anxiety and feeling overwhelmed are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not involve occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes40

The book explores themes of sexuality and identity.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is generally secular and focused on personal experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Emmy shows courage in facing difficult social situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Emmy experiences the complexities of friendship and affection.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of honesty and learning from mistakes are present.

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