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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Joker

by Bonnie Highsmith Taylor

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1999

A teenage girl named Jo navigates complex family dynamics and her own identity crisis after her father's unexpected departure.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are discussions and implications of romantic relationships.

Violence / Gore10

Emotional conflict and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language30

Some mild profanity is present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular, focusing on human relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Jo shows resilience in dealing with her family's challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a prominent theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Jo seeks understanding and connection within her family.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The book explores themes of forgiveness and reconciliation within family.

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