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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Lies we tell ourselves

by Robin Talley

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

Two teenage girls from different sides of a racial divide fall in love, challenging societal norms.

Concern Level

70/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Romantic intimacy, including kissing and implied physical closeness, is present.

Violence / Gore10

Some tension and conflict related to societal prejudice are present.

Profanity / Language15

Some moderate profanity may be used.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes90

The central romance is between two girls, with affirmation.

Worldview & Spirituality20

Focuses on secular societal progress and acceptance.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonists show courage in defying societal expectations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship70

The central theme is romantic love between the two girls.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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