Just Listen

Includes a traumatic attempted rape scene and descriptions of intense making out.

Features a physical assault and a scene involving a punch to the face.

Contains moderate use of profanity including several instances of the s-word.

Includes some casual misuse of God's name in exclamations.

Teenagers drink alcohol at a party where the central conflict occurs.

A major subplot involves Annabel's sister struggling with a severe, life-threatening eating disorder.

The tension surrounding the assault and social bullying can be emotionally distressing.

There are no occult or supernatural elements in this realistic story.

The story focuses on heterosexual relationships and does not feature prominent LGBTQ+ themes.

Promotes the idea of 'speaking your truth' as the primary path to healing and freedom.

The book is secular but does not target or mock Christianity.

Annabel shows significant bravery by finally speaking the truth about her trauma.

Faith and religious practice are not featured in the characters' lives.

Features strong themes of sisterly support and Owen's patient, honest friendship with Annabel.

The plot involves reconciling broken friendships and family members learning to be honest with each other.