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Teens · Ages 13–17

My Sister's Boyfriend

by Katherine Applegate

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1992

A teenage girl navigates complex emotions and family dynamics when her sister brings home a new boyfriend.

Concern Level

20/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Kissing and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in the book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show some courage in facing difficult conversations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Familial love and friendship are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn to navigate misunderstandings with some grace.

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