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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

My so-called family

by Courtney Sheinmel

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A teenage girl navigates the complexities of her blended family and her own identity as she moves to a new town.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Kissing and discussions of crushes are present.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

The book may touch on themes of identity that could resonate with LGBTQ+ readers.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular and focused on personal experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows resilience in adapting to new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a prominent element in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships and friendships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of acceptance and finding one's place are present.

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