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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Principles of Love

by Emily Franklin

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

This novel follows a teenage girl navigating friendships, family, and her first romantic relationship.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Kissing and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is secular and contemporary.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in facing social pressures.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and early romantic love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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