The Summerboy
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1982
A teenage boy navigates the complexities of adolescence, friendships, and first romantic feelings during a summer vacation.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and discussions of attraction are present.
No violence is depicted in the story.
Mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is featured.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows some courage in facing his feelings.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Developing romantic feelings and friendships are central.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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