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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The Perfect Guy

by Ann Herrick

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1989

A young woman navigates the complexities of dating and relationships in the late 1980s, seeking the 'perfect guy'.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some kissing and discussion of romantic attraction occurs.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The protagonist shows resilience in her search for love.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this story.

Love & Friendship40

The pursuit of romantic love and companionship is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not explicit themes.

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