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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes

by Chris Crutcher

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A high school student navigates complex friendships and family issues while dealing with his weight.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

There are discussions and implications of sexual activity among teens.

Violence / Gore10

Some bullying and verbal conflict occur between students.

Profanity / Language50

Characters use frequent and strong profanity.

Blasphemy20

Some characters use expletives that could be considered blasphemous.

Substance Use10

There are mentions of underage drinking.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The protagonist experiences significant emotional distress.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular and focused on personal relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist shows courage in facing his insecurities.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and familial bonds are central to the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace, mercy, or repentance are not emphasized themes.

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