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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Tengo asma

by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

A young woman named Tengo is forced into a difficult marriage and must navigate a harsh new life.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

26/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

The story touches on the realities of arranged marriage and its implications.

Violence / Gore50

Tengo faces physical and emotional hardship in her new life.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The emotional distress might be intense for some readers.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores a specific cultural worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Tengo demonstrates courage in facing her challenging circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Tengo's resilience shows a form of self-preservation and hope.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

The story implies lessons about perseverance and adapting to hardship.

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