
You Against Me
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
After his sister accuses a wealthy classmate of rape, Mikey seeks revenge but instead finds himself falling for the boy's sister.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentContains detailed descriptions of making out and a heavy focus on a sexual assault case.
Mikey engages in physical fights and there are descriptions of the aftermath of an assault.
Frequent use of strong language including the F-word throughout the dialogue.
Includes several instances of God's name used as an exclamation or casual oath.
Depicts teenage drinking and scenes involving characters under the influence of alcohol.
The narrative explores the heavy psychological trauma and depression following a sexual assault.
Tension arises from the threat of legal consequences and social ostracization.
There are no occult or supernatural elements in this realistic contemporary novel.
Focuses on heterosexual relationships; LGBTQ+ themes are not a primary focus.
Promotes a relativistic view of truth and morality based on personal feelings and loyalty.
Christianity is not a focus, though the story lacks a religious or spiritual framework.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show bravery in questioning their families and seeking the truth despite social pressure.
There is no mention of Christian faith, prayer, or biblical guidance in the story.
Explores complex themes of sibling loyalty and the difficulty of loving across social divides.
Characters struggle with the difficulty of forgiving family members for betrayal and lies.
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