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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet

by Martin Powell

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

This is a graphic novel adaptation of Shakespeare's tragic play about two young lovers from feuding families in Verona.

Concern Level

70/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

The story includes passionate kissing and implied intimacy.

Violence / Gore70

The story depicts sword fights, brawls, and multiple deaths.

Profanity / Language30

Some profanity and coarse language are present.

Blasphemy10

There are some casual references to God.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm80

The story culminates in the suicides of the main characters.

Scary / Disturbing30

The tragic events and violence can be disturbing.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Romeo and Juliet show a form of courage in their defiance.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this adaptation.

Love & Friendship50

The intense romantic love between Romeo and Juliet is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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