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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

She

by Carol Plum-Ucci

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A teenage girl named Maya is sent to live with her estranged grandmother on a remote island after a family tragedy. She uncovers dark family secrets and confronts her past.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some romantic tension and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore40

Themes of death and past violence are explored.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity may be used by characters.

Blasphemy10

Mild instances of casual blasphemy may occur.

Substance Use20

Themes of grief and emotional distress are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm40

Themes of suicide and self-harm are present and impactful.

Scary / Disturbing70

The island setting and family secrets create a suspenseful atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Some elements of the supernatural or unexplained are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

A secular, somewhat fatalistic worldview is present.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Some characters may express doubt or disillusionment.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Maya shows courage in facing her family's past.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Themes of family connection and reconciliation are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of confronting trauma and seeking truth are present.

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