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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Valley girl

by Paula Montgomery

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1984

A teenage girl navigates the social and romantic landscape of 1980s Los Angeles, dealing with peer pressure and family expectations.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some kissing and discussion of romantic relationships occurs.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild slang and occasional mild expletives are used.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is grounded in reality, with no scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on secular teenage concerns and social norms.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal5

Christians are not explicitly portrayed, positively or negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in facing social challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship15

Friendship and familial love are shown, not romantic love.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Forgiveness is shown in some interpersonal conflicts.

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