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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The truth about Mary Rose

by Marilyn Sachs

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1973

Mary Rose grapples with family secrets and her own identity as she uncovers the truth about her past and her mother's life.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Implied romantic relationships and some kissing occur.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No portrayal of Christians is included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Mary Rose shows courage in seeking truth.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Family relationships explore themes of love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are absent.

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