One of those hideous books where the mother dies
by Sonya Sones
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
A teenage girl grapples with the death of her mother and the subsequent changes in her family and life.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome implied romantic relationships and kissing may occur.
Emotional distress and conflict are present.
Some mild profanity may be used.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
Themes of despair and emotional struggle are present.
The central theme is the death of a parent and its impact.
The emotional intensity can be unsettling.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative focuses on human emotional responses to loss.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows resilience in facing grief.
Faith is not a central theme or focus.
The protagonist experiences love for family and friends.
There are themes of healing and moving forward.
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