I'll Get There, It Better Be Worth the Trip
by John Donovan
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1969
A sensitive boy navigates adolescence, dealing with his mother's illness, his father's absence, and his own burgeoning sexuality.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe protagonist explores his sexuality and has romantic encounters.
Some emotional conflict and arguments occur.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous content is included in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
No scary or horror elements are present.
The story does not feature occult or witchcraft elements.
The protagonist's exploration of his sexuality is a key theme.
The story's worldview is not explicitly non-Christian.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in facing personal challenges.
Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.
The story explores themes of love and connection.
Themes of grace and repentance are not central to the plot.
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