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SAVE THE DATE

Morgan Matson

Charlie Grant tries to avoid disasters when her family comes together for her sister's wedding. (Ages 12 to 17)

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? The novel is accessible for teens but includes family conflict, romantic situations, mature emotional themes, and some drinking or sexual references typical of YA fiction. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance3/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5
  • Strong language2/5

Strongest positives

  • Positive messages4/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Kindness & empathy3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional references to real products typical of contemporary settings.

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

No major character deaths.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild teen-appropriate language.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

No prominent LGBTQIA representation.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Romantic feelings, relationship uncertainty, and dating are important parts of the teen characters’ experiences.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

Not a scary story.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Mild romantic tension; no explicit content.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Casual mention of wine or champagne at a wedding setting.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Minor conflict and comic mishaps occur, but there is no sustained or serious violence.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

Character courage shown in dealing with family expectations.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on event planning and creative problem solving.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Limited cultural diversity; standard YA character set.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Social navigation and conflict resolution are incidental themes.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Kindness and familial support are emphasized.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes honesty, communication, forgiveness, family complexity, accountability, and accepting change.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters are generally relatable and learning from mistakes.

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  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in SAVE THE DATE would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in SAVE THE DATE, and what caused that change?
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