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Teens · Ages 13–15

Terrible Jane

by Felice Holman

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1987

Jane, a lonely and misunderstood girl, finds solace and friendship in an unexpected place.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Jane experiences some emotional distress and isolation.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed in the book.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story focuses on emotional realism, not scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured in the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story centers on personal growth and empathy.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Jane shows quiet resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this narrative.

Love & Friendship40

Jane develops a deep, platonic bond with her friend.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Understanding and empathy are shown between characters.

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