Openly straight
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
Rafe Goldberg, who is gay, pretends to be straight to fit in at his new school. He navigates friendships, relationships, and his own identity.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and romantic feelings are depicted between characters.
No violence is depicted in Rafe's school experiences.
Mild profanity may be present in casual dialogue.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story focuses on social dynamics, not scary elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
Rafe's gay identity is central to the plot and his journey.
The story presents a secular, contemporary worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRafe shows courage in navigating his identity and friendships.
Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.
Romantic feelings and the complexities of relationships are explored.
The story emphasizes self-discovery and acceptance, not grace or repentance.
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