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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

New Girl

by Paige Harbison

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

When a new girl, Sarah, transfers to a high school, she finds herself caught in a love triangle and dealing with social pressures.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are discussions of kissing and romantic relationships.

Violence / Gore10

Minor social conflicts and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is featured in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The narrative does not address suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

This is a realistic story with no scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story is set in a contemporary school and has no occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on teen relationships and social dynamics.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal5

Some characters exhibit typical teenage self-centeredness.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah shows some courage in navigating new social situations.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme explored in this novel.

Love & Friendship50

Romantic relationships and friendships are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story focuses on navigating social challenges and relationships.

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