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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Notorious

by Cecily von Ziegesar

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A privileged teen navigates the complex social hierarchy and romantic entanglements of her elite boarding school.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Sexual themes and situations are frequently discussed and implied.

Violence / Gore10

Social conflict and arguments are common.

Profanity / Language40

Moderate profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy10

Some mild blasphemous exclamations may occur.

Substance Use10

Substance use is depicted among the students.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Some LGBTQ+ characters are present but not central.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The focus is on secular, materialistic teenage life.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show some resilience in social situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Romantic relationships are a primary focus.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not present.

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