Tyler Johnson was here
by Jay Coles
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2018
Tyler Johnson, a Black teen, grapples with grief and anger after his best friend's death, navigating complex friendships and systemic racism.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome kissing and discussion of sexual encounters occur between characters.
Violence includes a fatal shooting and subsequent physical altercations.
Profanity is present, including frequent use of the f-word and other strong language.
Blasphemy is absent from the narrative.
Suicide or self-harm is not a theme in this book.
Mental health struggles are present but not depicted as self-harm.
Scary or horror elements are absent from the story.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
The story features prominent LGBTQ+ characters and relationships, affirming their identities.
The narrative critiques societal injustices and institutional failures, presenting a non-Christian worldview.
Some Christian characters are portrayed negatively or with hypocrisy.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in confronting injustice and personal pain.
Christian faith is not a central element or focus.
Love is shown through deep friendships and loyalty amidst hardship.
Themes of forgiveness and understanding are present but not explicitly Christian.
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