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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Unraveling

by Michelle Baldini

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young girl named Sarah struggles with her identity and family relationships after her mother's death, finding solace in art and self-discovery.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some kissing and discussion of romantic feelings occur between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language5

Mild profanity is present in dialogue and internal thoughts.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use15

The protagonist experiences significant emotional distress and suicidal ideation.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The protagonist contemplates suicide as a way to escape her pain.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes or practices are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The narrative explores themes of existentialism and self-reliance.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Sarah shows courage in facing her grief and personal struggles.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme or element in the story.

Love & Friendship15

Sarah learns to love herself and her family through difficult times.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of acceptance and understanding are present, but not explicit grace.

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