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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Rules for secret keeping

by Lauren Barnholdt

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

Two sisters, Maya and Lily, navigate the complexities of friendship, family secrets, and first crushes during a summer.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Kissing and romantic feelings are present, with some mild suggestive moments.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity may be present in teen dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview focuses on typical teen social and romantic relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The sisters show courage in facing their feelings and secrets.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Themes of sisterly love and budding romantic interests are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of friendship and navigating personal growth are present.

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