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LOVE & LUCK

Jenna Evans Welch

Addie, her brother Ian and his friend Rowan take a tour of Ireland based on a guidebook she found. (Ages 12 to 17)

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? Teen romance, family conflict, grief, and emotional self-discovery receive sustained attention, with no substantial sexual or violent content. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance3/5
  • Death of a character2/5
  • Alcohol or drugs1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Characters discuss past losses and family history, but death is not a central, graphic event.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild language is used by the teenage characters.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

LGBTQIA themes are not a primary focus of this specific story.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Religion is not a central theme in the narrative.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Teen attraction, relationship uncertainty, and romantic feelings are important parts of the plot.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

The book is not scary; it is a lighthearted travel adventure.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

There is some mild flirting and romantic tension, but no sexual content.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Characters may encounter alcohol in a pub setting as part of the Irish culture, but it is not glamorized.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters must summon the courage to be vulnerable and repair their relationships.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The story encourages exploration and finding magic in everyday travel.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The book features a mix of American and Irish characters but lacks wide demographic diversity.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

The story provides a sense of the culture and geography of Ireland.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Developing empathy and helping others is a core part of the character growth.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes honest communication, healing, forgiveness, friendship, family connection, and taking responsibility for choices.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters grow and learn from their mistakes throughout the journey.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in LOVE & LUCK would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in LOVE & LUCK, and what caused that change?
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