If You Could Be Mine
by Sara Farizan
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
Two teenage girls in Tehran fall in love, but their relationship faces immense societal pressure and danger.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story explores the romantic and physical intimacy between Neek and Sahar.
Threats of violence and societal repercussions are present for the protagonists.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
The central romance is between two girls, Sahar and Neek.
The story depicts a culture with strict religious laws impacting personal freedom.
Religious authorities are portrayed as oppressive figures.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNeek shows courage in pursuing her feelings despite the risks.
No Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.
Sahar and Neek's deep love for each other is the story's core.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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