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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Mending Peter's heart

by Maureen Wittbold

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

A young girl named Sarah works to heal a troubled boy named Peter, dealing with his emotional struggles and past trauma.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

40/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use20

Peter's emotional struggles hint at deep distress.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Peter's past trauma may involve self-harm ideation.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on psychological healing.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Sarah shows courage in supporting Peter through his difficulties.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme, but characters seek peace.

Love & Friendship70

Sarah's selfless love and dedication to Peter are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption60

The story explores themes of healing and overcoming past pain.

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