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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Pursuing Amy

by Marilyn Kaye

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

Amy, a high school senior, navigates her complicated feelings for her best friend, who is dating someone else.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Amy and her boyfriend share a few kisses and discuss their relationship.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity is used sparingly by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on personal relationships and teen issues.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Amy shows courage in facing her emotions.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Amy experiences romantic love and friendship love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central.

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