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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

It's Only Temporary

by Sally Warner

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A teenage girl navigates a summer job, family dynamics, and the complexities of first love.

Concern Level

14/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Kissing and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language5

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is secular and relatable.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The protagonist shows determination in her summer job.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this novel.

Love & Friendship30

The story explores romantic attraction and familial affection.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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