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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Promises! (David Mortimore Baxter)

by Karen Tayleur

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young girl named Sarah grapples with difficult family circumstances and learns the importance of forgiveness and hope.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

57/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest is present but not explicit.

Violence / Gore20

Some emotional conflict and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some emotionally intense scenes may be present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Sarah shows inner strength in facing her challenges.

Faith & Hope50

Themes of faith and prayer are woven into the narrative.

Love & Friendship60

The importance of family love and forgiveness is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption80

Grace, mercy, and the possibility of repentance are key themes.

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