If I Stay
by Gayle Forman
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2009
Mia faces a devastating accident and experiences a day of reflection on her life and relationships.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and romantic intimacy are described.
A severe car accident is graphically described.
Mild profanity is used by characters.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The central conflict involves a near-fatal accident.
No scary or horror elements are included.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story explores existential questions.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMia faces her mortality with introspection.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Mia reflects on her love for family and friends.
Themes of cherishing life are explored.
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