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If Only I Had Told Her (If He Had Been with Me, #2) cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

If Only I Had Told Her (If He Had Been with Me, #2)

by Laura Nowlin

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

This novel continues the story of Jack and his grief after the death of his best friend, pursuing his relationship with his girlfriend, Sydney.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Kissing and romantic intimacy are depicted between Jack and Sydney.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity is used sparingly by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use50

The central theme is the protagonist's struggle with suicidal ideation and grief.

Suicide & Self-Harm70

The protagonist experiences significant suicidal ideation and attempts.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Jack shows courage in facing his grief and mental health struggles.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Jack and Sydney's developing romantic love is a focus.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story touches on the difficulty of finding grace after loss.

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