Philip Hall Likes Me, I Reckon Maybe
by Bette Greene
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1934
A young Black girl in rural Arkansas navigates her first crush and the complexities of friendship and family in the 1960s.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story focuses on innocent crushes, not explicit sexual content.
There are minor instances of teasing and social conflict between peers.
No profanity is present in the narrative.
The story does not engage with religious themes or discussions.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No mention of suicide or self-harm is included.
The story does not contain any scary or frightening elements.
Occult or magical themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured in this book.
The story reflects the social realities of the American South.
The story does not portray Christians or God negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in navigating social situations.
Faith is not a central theme or element in this story.
The story explores the development of affection and friendship.
Themes of understanding and acceptance are subtly present.
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