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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

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by Bethany Griffin

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young girl navigates the complexities of her parents' divorce and her own feelings of anger and confusion.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some kissing and discussion of romantic attraction occurs.

Violence / Gore10

Mild arguments and emotional distress are depicted.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity is present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The protagonist experiences emotional distress.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book focuses on personal struggles, not worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God or Christians are not mentioned or portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The protagonist shows resilience in facing her situation.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are featured.

Love & Friendship20

The protagonist seeks connection and understanding.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story touches on emotional healing and acceptance.

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