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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Amelia, If Only

by Becky Albertalli

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Amelia grapples with her identity, her feelings for her best friend, and the challenges of coming out.

Concern Level

68/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Romantic relationships and kissing are depicted.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Minimal, very mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present in the story.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes90

The story centers on a lesbian romance and LGBTQ+ identity.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular and focused on personal experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Amelia shows courage in facing her feelings and identity.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship60

Romantic love and deep friendship are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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