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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (Simonverse, #1)

by Becky Albertalli

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

High schooler Simon Spier navigates a digital romance with a mysterious classmate while facing the threat of being outed by a blackmailer.

Concern Level

88/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

32/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content35

Characters engage in heavy making out and there are frequent descriptions of sexual attraction.

Violence / Gore5

Physical violence is absent, though a character is harassed and publicly humiliated.

Profanity / Language65

The book contains frequent strong language, including multiple uses of the f-word.

Blasphemy40

God's name is used casually as an exclamation throughout the dialogue.

Substance Use45

Teenagers drink alcohol at a party and one character becomes noticeably intoxicated.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

While characters face significant stress and anxiety, there is no self-harm or suicide content.

Scary / Disturbing0

There are no frightening or horror elements in this realistic high school setting.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story contains no magic, witchcraft, or supernatural elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes95

The plot centers entirely on a gay romance and the protagonist's journey of coming out.

Worldview & Spirituality85

The narrative strongly affirms self-discovery and romantic feelings as the primary guides for identity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal30

Christianity is briefly mentioned as a potential source of judgment or social restriction.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Simon shows social bravery by eventually embracing his identity despite the threat of bullying.

Faith & Hope5

Biblical faith is not a factor in the characters' lives or the story's resolution.

Love & Friendship60

The book highlights the importance of supportive friendships and reconciling with family members.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Simon eventually chooses to forgive a friend for a betrayal of trust.

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