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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Starlings

by Amanda Linsmeier

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A teenage girl navigates a difficult family situation and her own identity after her mother's death.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some kissing and discussion of romantic feelings occur between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is included in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The protagonist deals with grief and suicidal ideation after her mother's death.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Protagonist shows courage in facing her grief and family challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements like prayer or scripture are not present.

Love & Friendship10

Characters show love and support for each other through difficult times.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not central to the plot.

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