Pretenders
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
A group of wealthy teenagers at an elite boarding school navigate complex social dynamics, rivalries, and romantic entanglements. Secrets and betrayals abound.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and romantic tension are present between characters.
Minor conflicts and arguments occur between students.
Some mild profanity is used by the teenagers.
No blasphemous language is used in the book.
No substance use is depicted in the story.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are included.
Some characters explore romantic relationships.
The focus is on social status and personal desires.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters face social challenges with varying degrees of bravery.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Friendships and romantic interests are explored.
Themes of grace and mercy are not central.
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