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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Shine

by Lauren Myracle

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A teenage girl named Anna deals with the aftermath of her mother's death and her own struggles with depression and self-harm.

Concern Level

64/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content15

Some romantic relationships and kissing are depicted.

Violence / Gore5

Emotional distress and conflict are present.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may appear in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm90

The protagonist struggles with depression and self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present or affirmed.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal coping.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Anna shows courage in confronting her mental health issues.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus or element in the story.

Love & Friendship10

Romantic feelings and relationships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

The concept of healing and moving forward is present.

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