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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

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by Eileen Cook

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A teenage girl named Chloe struggles with her identity and past choices after a significant event.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

There are discussions and implications of past romantic relationships.

Violence / Gore10

Mild emotional conflict and tension are present.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a central theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The character experiences emotional distress and difficult feelings.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

There may be subtle hints or discussions of identity.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular and focused on personal experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Chloe shows courage in confronting her past.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element of the plot.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and support are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story explores themes of self-acceptance and moving forward.

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