Romeo and Juliet
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
This is an adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tragedy about two young lovers from feuding families in Verona.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are references to intimacy and passion between Romeo and Juliet.
The story contains significant violence, including sword fights and deaths.
No modern profanity is used in the text.
Some mild exclamations might be considered blasphemous by some.
No substance abuse is depicted.
The story culminates in the suicides of the main characters.
Some scenes of conflict and death can be intense.
No occult themes or witchcraft are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story's worldview is secular and tragic.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRomeo and Juliet show courage in defying their families.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
The intense romantic love between Romeo and Juliet is central.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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