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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The outside of a horse

by Ginny Rorby

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A teenage girl named Maya struggles with her identity and her relationship with her family after a move.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

There are discussions and implications of teenage relationships.

Violence / Gore10

Emotional conflicts and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters may experience emotional distress and sadness.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes or witchcraft are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

There may be subtle explorations of different identities.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story focuses on secular teenage struggles.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Maya shows resilience in navigating difficult situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Maya's relationships with her family and friends are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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