The friends
by Rosa Guy
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1973
Three teenage girls in Harlem navigate complex friendships, jealousy, and the pressures of adolescence, leading to a tragic event.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome discussions of romantic feelings and a kiss occur.
A significant act of violence occurs towards the end.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
Themes of despair are present, but not explicit self-harm.
The story is not scary.
No occult elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is secular and focuses on human relationships.
No Christians are portrayed in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters face difficult choices with some bravery.
Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.
Friendship and loyalty are central, though tested.
Themes of regret are present, but not explicit repentance.
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