Her mother's face
by Roddy Doyle
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
This novel follows a young girl in Dublin as she grapples with her mother's past and the secrets that have shaped their family.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mature themes related to relationships are alluded to.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is present.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present or affirmed.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in the book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in confronting family history.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Family relationships and understanding are explored.
Themes of forgiveness and reconciliation are present.
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