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The secret side of empty cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The secret side of empty

by Maria E. Andreu

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A teenage girl navigates the complexities of her family's immigration status and her own identity in this realistic novel.

Concern Level

12/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore0

Violence is absent from the story.

Profanity / Language15

Some mild profanity is present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not present in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not a theme.

Scary / Disturbing0

Scary or horror elements are absent.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

A non-Christian worldview is not promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage facing difficult family and legal challenges.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a focus.

Love & Friendship20

Love is shown through family loyalty and support.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of understanding and acceptance are present.

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