Say goodnight, Gracie
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1988
A teenage girl grapples with the aftermath of her best friend's suicide.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic feelings are hinted at between characters.
The aftermath of suicide is discussed, not depicted graphically.
Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
Blasphemy is absent from this story.
The central plot revolves around a teenage character's suicide.
Depression and suicidal ideation are prominent themes.
Scary elements are absent from this realistic drama.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this story.
No non-Christian worldview promotion is found.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show resilience in facing profound loss.
Faith is not a central element in the characters' coping.
Deep friendship and the pain of its loss are explored.
The story touches on the difficulty of finding peace after tragedy.
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