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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Starring Peter and Leigh

by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1979

Leigh navigates the complexities of adolescence, friendships, and family during her sophomore year of high school.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Kissing and discussions about relationships are present.

Violence / Gore10

Some arguments and emotional conflict occur between characters.

Profanity / Language15

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story reflects secular teenage concerns and values.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal5

Christians are not a focus and are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice25

Leigh shows courage in facing social pressures and personal challenges.

Faith & Hope5

Christian faith is not a significant element in the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and family relationships are explored with care.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Themes of understanding and navigating peer relationships are present.

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