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ANOTHER DAY

Age rating, content warnings & parent guide

David Levithan

Is ANOTHER DAY appropriate for your child? See the reviewed age guidance, content cautions, positive themes, and supporting evidence below.

Rhiannon’s side of the "Every Day" story. (Ages 12 to 17)

Ages 14+Book 2 · Every DaySource checked

Why this age? Teen romance includes kissing, a controlling and emotionally unhealthy relationship, identity and consent complications, supernatural possession, and emotionally intense relationship conflict; sexual content appears limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Age guidanceAges 14+
Strongest cautionsRomance 5/5 · Frightening scenes 2/5 · LGBTQIA characters 2/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 3/5 · Creativity & curiosity 3/5
Series positionBook 2 · Every Day
Recommendation3/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: romance.

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What parents should know

Teen romance includes kissing, a controlling and emotionally unhealthy relationship, identity and consent complications, supernatural possession, and emotionally intense relationship conflict; sexual content appears limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ. Courage & resilience; strongest caution: romance.

Readiness snapshotAge guidance: 14+Main watch-out: Romance 5/5
Recommendation 3/5

Editorial rating

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Nov 5, 2026Last updated

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance5/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • LGBTQIA characters2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Diverse representation3/5

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Series progression

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Next volumeBook 3 · SOMEDAYStrongest cautions: LGBTQIA characters 4/5 · Romance 4/5Open next review →
  1. Book 1 · EVERY DAYAges 14+
    LGBTQIA characters4/5Romance4/5Frightening scenes3/5Religious themes3/5Alcohol or drugs2/5Death of a character2/5Sexual content & nudity2/5Strong language2/5Violence2/5
    Starting point
  2. Book 2 · ANOTHER DAYAges 14+
    Romance5/5Frightening scenes2/5LGBTQIA characters2/5Sexual content & nudity2/5Strong language2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Religious themes1/5Violence1/5
    Gets gentler
  3. Book 3 · SOMEDAYAges 14+
    LGBTQIA characters4/5Romance4/5Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes3/5Sexual content & nudity2/5Strong language2/5Violence2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Graphic injury1/5Religious themes1/5
    Gets more intense

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What’s in it?

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Typical teen dialogue with occasional mild language.

LGBTQIA characters2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist interacts with characters of various sexualities; A inhabits bodies regardless of gender or orientation.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

A reverend is mentioned briefly in context of a character trying to explain a supernatural event.

Romance5/5
Why this rating?

Romance drives the plot: Rhiannon navigates her toxic relationship with Justin while pursuing an impossible relationship with A. Kissing and make-out scenes are included.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Some unease regarding the supernatural premise of body possession, but not designed to frighten.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Includes mentions of make-out sessions and romantic tension, but no explicit content.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

The excerpt mentions a party but does not describe drinking, smoking, vaping, or drug use. Because the supplied material is incomplete, limited incidental use cannot be ruled out.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Includes brief, non-graphic conflict and mentions of a character being left on a roadside.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Requires courage for the protagonist to confront her reality and make hard decisions.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The premise of a soul inhabiting a different body each day invites imaginative thinking about identity, embodiment, and perspective.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

The nature of the body-jumping entity inherently exposes the reader to a diverse range of characters and experiences.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exploration of perspective and empathy.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Kindness and connection are central themes despite challenging circumstances.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes empathy, identity, consent, self-worth, and recognizing unhealthy relationship patterns.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Rhiannon learns to navigate difficult choices and sets boundaries.

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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 ANOTHER DAY would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in ANOTHER DAY, and what caused that change?
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