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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Black Girls Left Standing

by Juliana Goodman

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Three Black sisters navigate the complexities of race, class, and relationships in 1960s New Orleans during the Civil Rights era.

Concern Level

20/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content15

Mentions of relationships and some kissing occur.

Violence / Gore25

Depicts racial tensions and some instances of conflict.

Profanity / Language5

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on social justice and family.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in facing societal challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Themes of sisterhood, family love, and romantic love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central.

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