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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

When the Moon Was Ours

by Anna-Marie McLemore

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

Two teenagers, Miel and Rojelio, navigate magical realism and family secrets in a small town.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Miel and Rojelio share a tender, developing romance with some kissing.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some unsettling magical elements create a slightly eerie atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Magic and mystical elements are central to the plot and characters.

Sexuality & Gender Themes70

Miel's identity and attraction to Rojelio are explored with affirmation.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in facing personal challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Miel and Rojelio's love is a significant theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of acceptance and understanding are present.

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