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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

With friends like these, who needs enemies

by Marilyn Kaye

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1992

A group of teenage girls navigates the complexities of friendship, rivalry, and social pressures during their high school years.

Concern Level

16/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic and suggestive conversations occur between characters.

Violence / Gore5

Some arguments and emotional conflict are depicted.

Profanity / Language10

Occasional mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on typical teenage social interactions.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters may show courage in navigating social challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this novel.

Love & Friendship50

Themes of friendship and loyalty are explored, with some complexities.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters learn lessons about forgiveness and understanding in relationships.

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