This Strange New Feeling
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1981
This collection of short stories explores the complexities of love and relationships for Black teenagers in the 1970s.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome stories contain mature discussions and implications of sexual relationships.
Some stories touch on racial tensions and interpersonal conflict.
Mild to moderate profanity is present in some dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
No scary or horror elements are present in this book.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The worldview is secular and humanistic, focusing on personal experience.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters navigate difficult emotional situations with some bravery.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Exploration of romantic and platonic love is a key focus.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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