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Teens · Ages 13–15

The goodbye time

by Celeste Conway

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young girl named Lily grapples with grief and memory after the loss of her grandmother, finding solace in shared stories and quiet reflection.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

31/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is reflective and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on emotional processing and family bonds.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Lily shows quiet strength in processing her emotions.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship50

The story emphasizes love and connection within a family.

Forgiveness & Redemption60

Themes of remembrance, love, and finding peace are central.

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