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Teens · Ages 12–15

Jasmine skies

by Sita Brahmachari

Age rating: Ages 12–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

Mira travels from London to Kolkata to visit her extended family and uncover secrets about her late grandmother's past.

Concern Level

21/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

39/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content15

Mira experiences her first romantic feelings and shares a few innocent, brief kisses.

Violence / Gore5

There is no physical violence, only minor descriptions of the chaotic Kolkata streets.

Profanity / Language10

The book contains very minimal mild language, keeping the tone mostly clean.

Blasphemy0

There are no instances of God's name being misused or mocked.

Substance Use5

Adults may be seen in social settings, but there is no drug or alcohol abuse.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The story touches on the grief of losing a grandmother and family emotional struggles.

Scary / Disturbing5

There are no frightening or horror elements in this realistic story.

Occult & Witchcraft10

Hindu cultural traditions and festivals are described as part of the Indian setting.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

There are no LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality25

The story emphasizes finding one's own truth and identity through heritage and self-discovery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christianity is not mentioned or targeted in this novel.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Mira shows bravery by navigating a new culture and confronting difficult family truths.

Faith & Hope10

The story lacks explicit Christian faith, focusing instead on heritage and memory.

Love & Friendship75

Strong emphasis is placed on the deep, enduring bonds of the extended family.

Forgiveness & Redemption60

The narrative centers on healing old family rifts and reconciling with the past.

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