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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Love is the higher law

by David Levithan

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

Two teenagers explore their feelings and the complexities of love and identity in New York City.

Concern Level

67/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Significant romantic and sexual exploration occurs between characters.

Violence / Gore10

Some minor conflicts and emotional distress are present.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity is used by some characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use10

Themes of emotional struggle and despair are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Thoughts of self-harm are briefly mentioned by a character.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes80

The book prominently features and affirms LGBTQ+ relationships.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular, focusing on personal experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in the book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in facing their emotions and identities.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in the book.

Love & Friendship60

Exploration of romantic love and self-love is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of acceptance and understanding are present.

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