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Teens · Ages 14–16

The Harper effect

by Taryn Bashford

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

A teen girl with a photographic memory struggles with her identity and a budding romance at a new school.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content25

Romantic interests lead to kissing and emotional connection.

Violence / Gore0

The book contains no violent content.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is not used by the characters in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a topic addressed in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The story does not include themes of suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

There are no scary or frightening elements in the narrative.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The book does not feature any occult or magical elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ representation is absent from this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal experiences and relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not depicted negatively within the story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in facing new social challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith plays no role in the plot or character development.

Love & Friendship35

The development of romantic feelings is a key plot point.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn to accept themselves and others more fully.

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