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Starting over cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Starting over

by Kate William

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1986

A teenage girl named Sarah navigates the complexities of starting over in a new school and dealing with past experiences.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic tension and discussions may occur.

Violence / Gore10

Some emotional conflict and arguments are present.

Profanity / Language10

Occasional mild profanity may be used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or suspenseful.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are not featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The focus is on personal challenges and social dynamics.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God or Christians are not mentioned or portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Sarah demonstrates courage in facing her new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

The story does not include Christian faith elements.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and the development of new relationships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not focus on grace or repentance.

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