James Monroe, good neighbor boy
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1959
A young man named James Monroe navigates life and love in a small town during the 1950s.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic interest and kissing occur between James and his girlfriend.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is a theme.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview aligns with traditional values.
Christians and faith are not negatively portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJames shows courage in facing his challenges.
Faith is a background element, not central to the plot.
James experiences budding romantic love.
Themes of forgiveness are subtly present.
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