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Teens · Ages 13–16

The secret of a heart note

by Stacey Lee

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

Mimosa is an aromateur who can sense people's emotions through scent, but she must remain loveless to keep her gift.

Concern Level

41/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

31/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content25

Includes some intense kissing and physical attraction but remains relatively chaste overall.

Violence / Gore10

Very little violence occurs, aside from a minor accidental injury involving a soccer ball.

Profanity / Language20

Contains occasional mild language and typical teen slang throughout the dialogue.

Blasphemy15

There are a few instances where God's name is used as an exclamation.

Substance Use10

Alcohol is mentioned briefly in the context of social settings or elixirs.

Suicide & Self-Harm5

No significant themes of self-harm or suicide are present in the story.

Scary / Disturbing5

The tone is whimsical and sweet rather than frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft40

Features a hereditary magical ability to manipulate emotions through herbal scents and potions.

Sexuality & Gender Themes15

The story focuses on heterosexual romance, with very minor mentions of other orientations.

Worldview & Spirituality45

Emphasizes following one's heart and the mystical power of nature over traditional faith.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

The book does not contain attacks on Christianity or the church.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Mimosa shows bravery by stepping out of her comfort zone to help others.

Faith & Hope5

Biblical faith is absent, replaced by the family's magical traditions and botanical lore.

Love & Friendship60

Explores the beauty of romantic love and the deep bond between mother and daughter.

Forgiveness & Redemption45

Characters work through misunderstandings and learn to forgive past family secrets.

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