Stargirl (Stargirl, #1)

Leo and Stargirl share a few chaste, sweet kisses and hold hands.

A character is struck in the face with a tomato during a basketball game.

Language is very clean, with only a few very mild insults used by peers.

There is no misuse of God's name or mockery of faith in this story.

Alcohol, drugs, and tobacco are absent from this middle-school and high-school setting.

The story focuses on social isolation and the emotional pain of being shunned.

The book contains no frightening or horror elements.

Stargirl practices a form of meditation and 'erasing' herself to connect with nature.

There are no LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in this book.

The story strongly emphasizes radical non-conformity and following one's inner light and instincts.

There is no negative portrayal of Christianity or the church.

Stargirl shows significant bravery by remaining kind despite being bullied and rejected by peers.

The book lacks biblical faith, focusing instead on a vague, pantheistic connection to nature.

Stargirl demonstrates a selfless, unconditional love for her neighbors and even her enemies.

Themes of grace appear as Stargirl continues to cheer for and love those who mistreat her.