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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Something like normal

by Trish Doller

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A teenage girl grapples with her identity and relationships after her family moves and she starts at a new school.

Concern Level

46/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Romantic relationships involve kissing and implied intimacy.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in this contemporary story.

Profanity / Language20

Some profanity is present in the dialogue and narration.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is featured in the book.

Substance Use10

References to past substance use may be present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book does not contain any frightening elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes15

Subtle LGBTQ+ themes may be present in background characters.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular, focusing on personal experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not negatively portrayed in this novel.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The protagonist shows courage in adapting to new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a prominent theme in this story.

Love & Friendship35

Romantic and platonic love are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Forgiveness is shown between characters after conflicts.

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