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Young Adults · Ages 16+

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by Francine Pascal

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A group of teenagers navigates complex relationships and desires during a summer.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content75

Sexual themes and implied intimacy are prominent for YA.

Violence / Gore10

Minor conflicts and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a central theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Some exploration of romantic relationships, but not LGBTQ+ focused.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal desires.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not mentioned or portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters face difficult choices with some bravery.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship40

Romantic and interpersonal connections are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.

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