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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Kelly McDermott and the long wait for tomorrow

by Joaquín Dorfman

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

This novel centers on Kelly McDermott, a teenager navigating a difficult period of waiting and uncertainty. She learns about hope and perseverance. The story explores themes of resilience and emotional strength.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this realistic drama.

Violence / Gore10

Some emotional conflict and distress are depicted.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this novel about waiting.

Substance Use0

No substance use is mentioned in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is discussed in this novel.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book is not scary; it is emotionally focused.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in this realistic story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this novel.

Worldview & Spirituality0

This book focuses on human emotional journeys.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No characters are portrayed negatively in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Kelly shows significant courage enduring her long wait.

Faith & Hope0

This book focuses on resilience, not Christian faith.

Love & Friendship40

Support from others for Kelly demonstrates love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

This story does not explore themes of grace or repentance.

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