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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet

by Bruce Coville

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

This is a young adult adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tragedy about two star-crossed lovers from feuding families.

Concern Level

72/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are romantic themes and some kissing between Romeo and Juliet.

Violence / Gore70

The story contains significant violence, including sword fights and deaths.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present in the dialogue.

Blasphemy10

There are some references to fate and fortune.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm80

The story culminates in the suicides of the main characters.

Scary / Disturbing20

The tragic events and deaths can be disturbing.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores themes of fate and human conflict.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The characters show passion but not necessarily sacrificial courage.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship70

The central theme is intense romantic love between Romeo and Juliet.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story is a tragedy with a focus on destructive passion.

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