Taking Sides
by Gary Soto
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
In a California town, a Mexican-American teenager named Miguel navigates the complexities of adolescence, family expectations, and cultural identity.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic interest and discussion of relationships occur.
Minor conflicts and tense situations arise between characters.
Occasional mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
The story is realistic and not scary.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story reflects secular teenage concerns and cultural perspectives.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMiguel shows courage in asserting his identity.
Faith is not a primary theme in the narrative.
Family loyalty and budding romantic feelings are explored.
Themes of understanding and acceptance are present.
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