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Teens · Ages 13–17

The summer of bad ideas

by Kiera Stewart

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

During a summer of upheaval, a teenage girl named Chloe navigates family drama and unexpected friendships.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic tension and kissing are present between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Minimal, mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the narrative.

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 or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Chloe shows some courage in facing her family issues.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and familial love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The book does not explore themes of grace or repentance.

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