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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Summer and the city

by Candace Bushnell

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young woman navigates her early career and romantic relationships in New York City.

Concern Level

68/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content80

Significant sexual content and relationships are depicted on-page.

Violence / Gore10

Mild conflict and emotional distress occur.

Profanity / Language50

Profanity is present throughout the narrative.

Blasphemy10

Some casual or dismissive references to religion may appear.

Substance Use20

Social drinking and occasional substance use are depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Emotional struggles and relationship anxieties are explored.

Scary / Disturbing0

No horror or scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes40

Themes of female friendship and independence are central.

Worldview & Spirituality30

A secular, urban, and materialistic worldview is prominent.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show resilience in navigating life challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Romantic and platonic love are explored, often with complexity.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of forgiveness are present in relationships.

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