
Crying Laughing
by Lance Rubin
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2019
A teenage boy named Alex grapples with his mental health and the complexities of family and friendship.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild discussions of romantic feelings may occur.
Some emotional conflict and arguments happen between characters.
Some moderate profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is used in the story.
Themes of depression and mental health struggles are central.
Discussions and depictions of self-harm ideation are present.
The emotional intensity can be unsettling for some readers.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.
Some exploration of romantic interests may occur.
The worldview is secular, focusing on psychological experiences.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex shows some courage in facing his internal struggles.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Themes of family support and friendship are present.
Themes of seeking help and understanding are present.
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