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Young Adults · Ages 14+

Loving vs. Virginia

by Patricia Hruby Powell

Age rating: Ages 14+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

This novel in verse tells the true story of Mildred and Richard Loving, an interracial couple who fought for their right to marry.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

33/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Romantic intimacy is implied but not explicit.

Violence / Gore30

Racial prejudice and legal conflict are depicted.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes50

The central theme is an interracial marriage, highlighting societal views.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book presents a neutral worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Mildred and Richard show immense courage in their fight for love.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship80

The enduring love between Mildred and Richard is the core of the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story implicitly promotes understanding and justice.

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