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P. S. I STILL LOVE YOU

Jenny Han

A girl wonders if she can be in love with two boys at once. (Ages 12 and up)

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? Teen romance themes include kissing and making out, a nonconsensually shared video, sexual rumors, jealousy, breakups, and family relationship issues. The treatment is emotionally mature but not graphic. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance5/5
  • Sexual content & nudity2/5
  • Frightening scenes1/5

Strongest positives

  • Positive messages4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Diverse representation3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional brand mentions are realistic for contemporary fiction setting.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild language common for YA novels.

Romance5/5
Why this rating?

Romantic relationships are central, with dating, kissing, jealousy, a love triangle, breakup, reconciliation, and declarations of love.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

No frightening or supernatural content.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Lara Jean and Peter make out in a hot tub; a video prompts rumors that they had sex. No explicit sex is indicated.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

The game 'Assassins' is mentioned, which is a harmless, playful childhood game of tagging people.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters show emotional bravery in being vulnerable and honest with their feelings.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Characters engage in creative activities like scrapbooking and fun childhood games.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Lara Jean is biracial (Korean/Caucasian), which is portrayed with nuance and authenticity.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into interpersonal communication and conflict resolution in relationships.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Empathy and kindness are central to the resolutions of the conflicts.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes honesty, communication, accountability, privacy, friendship, family support, and taking responsibility for relationship choices.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Lara Jean learns from her mistakes, navigating complex social situations with growing maturity.

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