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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

An Island Like You

by Judith Ortiz Cofer

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

A collection of short stories exploring the experiences of Puerto Rican girls in New York City.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some stories touch on budding romantic feelings and relationships.

Violence / Gore10

Mild instances of conflict or difficult situations.

Profanity / Language10

Occasional mild language may appear.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

Focuses on cultural and personal identity within a secular context.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in navigating their lives.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Themes of family, friendship, and self-discovery are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn to understand themselves and their heritage.

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