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LOVE, CREEKWOOD

Becky Albertalli

The Creekwood High crew, now freshmen in different colleges, keep in touch via email. (Ages 14 to 17)

Ages 14+Source checked

Why this age? Teen romance, LGBTQIA identity and relationship concerns, emotional intimacy, and some sexual references make this best suited to middle-to-older teens, though it is not known for graphic content. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

  • LGBTQIA characters5/5
  • Romance4/5
  • Sexual content & nudity2/5

Strongest positives

  • Diverse representation4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

What’s in it?

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Includes very mild colloquial language consistent with teenage communication.

LGBTQIA characters5/5
Why this rating?

The central characters are LGBTQIA, and the series is a cornerstone of queer young adult literature.

Romance4/5
Why this rating?

Romantic relationships and the characters’ emotional and dating lives are central to the novella.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Contains mild, age-appropriate references to romantic feelings and dating.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

Characters show quiet courage in maintaining relationships during life transitions.

Creativity & curiosity1/5
Why this rating?

Encourages creative expression through personal writing and communication.

Diverse representation4/5
Why this rating?

LGBTQIA representation is prominent, with queer characters given agency and developed relationships.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Friends offer emotional support and acceptance, making kindness an important positive theme, though it is not clearly the book’s only central focus.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes authenticity, communication, acceptance, and supportive LGBTQIA representation in relationships.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters are depicted as thoughtful, supportive friends who communicate well.

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  3. Which choice in LOVE, CREEKWOOD would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in LOVE, CREEKWOOD, and what caused that change?
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