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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The actual total truth

by Karen Rivers

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

A teenage girl navigates family issues, friendships, and her own identity while dealing with a difficult truth.

Concern Level

9/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore5

Emotional conflict and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild language is used occasionally.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes or witchcraft are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Characters show resilience in difficult situations.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a primary focus of the narrative.

Love & Friendship20

Family relationships and friendships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Characters learn about forgiveness and understanding.

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