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Teens · Ages 14–16

Pretty Ugly

by Karyn Langhorne Folan

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A teenage girl grapples with societal pressures, self-esteem, and finding her true identity amidst superficial judgments.

Concern Level

20/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some discussions about relationships and attraction are present.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in this book.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity and slang are used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included.

Substance Use10

Themes of feeling overwhelmed and discouraged are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No explicit suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary for readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not featured in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is primarily secular and focused on social dynamics.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No specific portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows courage in confronting her insecurities.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship20

Friendships and the search for acceptance are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of self-acceptance and inner beauty are central.

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