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Young Adults · Ages 15+

The carnival at Bray

by Jessie Ann Foley

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A teenage girl experiences a summer of self-discovery and complex relationships at a carnival.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Kissing and romantic exploration occur.

Violence / Gore5

Minor conflicts and arguments happen.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is featured.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story focuses on personal growth and relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

The protagonist shows courage in facing her feelings.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship25

Romantic relationships and friendships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of forgiveness and understanding are present.

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