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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Summer of Bitter and Sweet

by Jen Ferguson

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A teenage girl grapples with family secrets, first love, and the complexities of identity during a pivotal summer.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Romantic feelings and kissing are part of the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild conflict or tension may occur.

Profanity / Language20

Some profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are prominent.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is generally secular.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters demonstrate courage in facing difficult truths.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Themes of family love and budding romance are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters learn about forgiveness and understanding.

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