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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Lies We Tell

by Katie Zhao

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A Chinese-American teen navigates family expectations, cultural identity, and a secret life as a vigilante who exposes corruption in her city.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some discussion of romantic relationships and kissing.

Violence / Gore30

Mild peril and some confrontation occur.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity is present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is featured in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The worldview is secular, focusing on justice and family.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Protagonist shows courage in her dual life.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Family loyalty and friendship are important.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters learn about honesty and consequences.

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