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Teens · Ages 14–16

Island girls (and boys)

by Rachel Hawthorne

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

Two sisters on vacation in Hawaii navigate budding romances and family dynamics.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Kissing and romantic physical affection are described frequently.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in casual dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on relationships and experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show some courage in pursuing relationships.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a significant element in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Romantic love and sisterly affection are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn to understand and forgive each other's mistakes.

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