The Gold Cadillac
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
A young Black girl named Stacey experiences racism and injustice in the segregated South while traveling with her family in their gold Cadillac.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The book depicts instances of racial prejudice and discrimination.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance use is featured in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No scary elements are present in this book.
No occult themes are present in the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.
The book addresses the societal issues of racism.
Christians are not specifically portrayed, but societal injustice is shown.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceStacey and her family show resilience and dignity.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family love and support are evident.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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