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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Paper Heart

by Aileen Arrington

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A teenage girl named Sarah navigates the complexities of friendship, family, and her own identity.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic themes and discussions of relationships.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular and focused on personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Sarah shows courage in facing personal challenges.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a prominent theme in the book.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and familial love are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Themes of understanding and self-acceptance are explored.

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