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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Tell me something real

by Calla Devlin

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

A teen grapples with difficult truths and the complexities of relationships in this realistic novel.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Some discussions and implied intimacy occur between characters.

Violence / Gore30

Emotional conflict and arguments are present.

Profanity / Language40

Some profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy10

Mild irreverent comments about religion may occur.

Substance Use20

Themes of depression and emotional distress are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Mentions of past self-harm may be present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Some characters may explore their identity.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is secular and focuses on human experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

No direct negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show resilience in facing difficult situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Complex interpersonal relationships are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of honesty and self-discovery are explored.

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