
If where you're going isn't home
by Max Zimmer
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
A teenager grapples with identity and belonging after moving to a new town and facing difficult family issues.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic feelings and kissing are depicted.
There are some tense arguments and emotional distress.
Mild profanity is used by some characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
Substance abuse is not a focus of the story.
The protagonist experiences significant emotional struggles.
The story does not contain horror elements.
Occult themes or witchcraft are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative explores common adolescent challenges.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe main character shows resilience in difficult times.
Christian faith is not a central element in this book.
Family relationships and friendships are explored.
Characters work towards understanding and reconciliation.
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