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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The square root of summer

by Harriet Reuter Hapgood

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

Callie, a teenage girl, grapples with grief and the complexities of her parents' divorce while navigating a summer filled with scientific exploration and budding romance.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

26/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

There are discussions and implications of romantic intimacy.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language30

Mild to moderate profanity is present in dialogue.

Blasphemy10

Some casual or dismissive references to religion may occur.

Substance Use20

Themes of grief and sadness are explored.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Callie experiences emotional distress and sadness.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The narrative explores themes of existentialism and science.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Callie shows resilience in dealing with her emotions.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Romantic feelings and familial love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Callie learns to process her grief and find hope.

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