The other half of life
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2009
The Other Half of Life is a contemporary novel about a teenage girl, Charlie, who grapples with her mother's illness and her own identity, finding strength in unexpected places.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic elements and kissing are present.
No violence is depicted in The Other Half of Life.
Minimal, mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance abuse is featured.
The book deals with a parent's serious illness.
No scary or horror elements are in this book.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharlie demonstrates strength facing her mother's illness.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
Charlie's love for her family is a core theme.
The story explores themes of coping and personal growth.
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