Klepto (Sidestreets)
by Lori Weber
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
A teen girl struggles with kleptomania and the consequences of her actions, finding help from unexpected sources.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMildly suggestive conversations occur between teens.
Minor physical altercations and threats are present.
Some mild profanity is used by characters.
Blasphemy is absent.
The protagonist struggles with kleptomania, a form of compulsive behavior.
Suicide or self-harm is absent.
Scary content is absent.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent.
The story explores secular coping mechanisms and peer influence.
Adults are sometimes portrayed as unhelpful or dismissive.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in facing personal struggles.
Faith is not a central theme or focus.
Friendship and support are shown between characters.
Characters learn about consequences and making amends.
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