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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

If It Makes You Happy

by Claire Kann

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A girl grapples with grief and family secrets after her mother's death, finding solace in unexpected places.

Concern Level

12/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content15

Some kissing and romantic feelings are explored.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The protagonist deals with the aftermath of grief.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular and focuses on personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters demonstrate resilience in the face of loss.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Themes of family love and friendship are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Characters learn to accept and move forward.

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