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Teens · Ages 13–16

South of Sunshine

by Dana Elmendorf

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

A teenage girl navigates family secrets and a new life in a small town after her mother's death.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild kissing and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this novel.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The protagonist deals with the grief and aftermath of her mother's suicide.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is generally neutral.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not negatively portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in facing difficult family situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme or element.

Love & Friendship30

Characters demonstrate love and support for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

There are elements of understanding and moving forward after loss.

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