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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Thursday's Child

by Sonya Hartnett

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

Set in rural Australia, this story follows the life of a young girl named Charlotte and her complex family relationships.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Hints of adolescent romantic interest are present.

Violence / Gore30

Domestic conflict and harsh discipline are depicted.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some family tensions create a somber atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on human relationships and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Charlotte demonstrates resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Family bonds and loyalty are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of overcoming hardship and finding belonging are present.

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