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Teens · Ages 13–17

Nice and Mean

by Jessica Leader

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A teenage girl navigates the complexities of friendship and social hierarchy at her high school.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Kissing and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language5

Mild language is used sparingly by some characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is secular and contemporary.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in standing up for themselves.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element of the story.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship loyalty is explored, but not self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Forgiveness is a minor theme between friends.

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