Pretenses
by Kate William
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1988
Pretenses follows a teenage girl as she deals with social pressures, friendships, and the complexities of her high school life.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome discussions or implications of romantic relationships exist.
Mild interpersonal conflicts or arguments may occur.
Occasional mild profanity might be present.
Blasphemous content is absent from the story.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story does not contain scary elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on typical teenage social dynamics.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters may show some courage in social situations.
Christian faith is not a significant element.
Friendship and peer relationships are explored.
Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not central.
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