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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Summer party

by Cynthia Rylant

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

A group of teenagers gathers for a summer party, leading to unexpected events and emotional discoveries.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are discussions and implied romantic and sexual encounters.

Violence / Gore10

Some arguments and emotional confrontations occur.

Profanity / Language30

Mild to moderate profanity is used by some characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use20

There are mentions of drinking and implied substance use.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters experience emotional turmoil and sadness.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book is not scary or horror-themed.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

There are explorations of romantic relationships and attractions.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is secular, focusing on peer relationships and self-discovery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in facing their feelings.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Romantic and platonic love are explored among the teens.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of friendship and understanding are present.

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