This One Summer
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2014
Two young cousins navigate the complexities of adolescence during a summer vacation at their aunt's lake house, dealing with family issues, budding sexuality, and social pressures.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentTeens discuss sex, witness implied sexual activity, and experience sexual awakening.
Some mild bullying and arguments occur between characters.
Characters use mild profanity like 'damn' and 'shit'.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance use is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are featured.
The story does not contain any scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
Some characters express cynical or jaded views on life.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRose shows courage in confronting her feelings and family issues.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and familial bonds are explored.
Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not central.
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