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Teens · Ages 13–17

The Rivalry

by John Feinstein

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

This novel follows two rival high school basketball teams, the Eagles and the Wildcats, as they compete for the state championship.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some on-page basketball game violence occurs.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is secular and focused on sports.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters show courage in facing tough competition.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Teamwork and sportsmanship are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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