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Young Adults · Ages 15+

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by Cathleen Davitt Bell

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A teenage girl struggles with her identity and past trauma, finding unexpected support in a new environment.

Concern Level

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

26/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

There are references to past sexual experiences and their impact.

Violence / Gore20

Some past violence is alluded to, impacting the protagonist.

Profanity / Language25

Profanity is used by characters to express distress and anger.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present in the book.

Substance Use30

The protagonist experiences suicidal ideation and self-harm.

Suicide & Self-Harm80

Suicide and self-harm are significant themes explored in depth.

Scary / Disturbing10

The emotional intensity can be unsettling, but not horror.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured prominently.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on personal healing, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No specific portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist's journey involves immense personal courage.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a significant element in this story.

Love & Friendship40

The story explores the need for love and support.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of healing and finding a path forward are present.

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