Book Review
The Start of Me and You
by Emery Lord
Read if you're interested in relationships, grief, or books for young adult.
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6.8
VerdictRead with discernment
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Book Summary
This young adult novel follows Paige, a teenager grappling with loss and anxiety after her boyfriend's death, as she navigates friendships, new relationships, and finding herself. It explores themes of grief, healing, and the complexities of human connection.
What it does well
- — Explores grief and healing in a relatable way, offering comfort to those who have experienced loss.
- — Highlights the importance of genuine friendships and supportive relationships.
- — Promotes self-discovery and finding strength after adversity.
Watch for
- — While not overtly anti-Christian, the book does not explicitly incorporate Christian faith as a source of strength or guidance for the characters.
- — The worldview presented is largely secular, focusing on personal resilience and human relationships without a divine component.
- — Some instances of typical teenage behavior and language that, while not explicit, might not align with all Christian family values.
Verdict
Christian readers, especially teens, may find this book relatable for its portrayal of grief and friendship. However, it's important to approach it with discernment, recognizing that it presents a secular perspective on healing and life's challenges. Parents may wish to discuss the themes and the absence of faith in the characters' lives.
ALIGNMYREAD RECOMMENDATION
“Christian readers, especially teens, may find this book relatable for its portrayal of grief and friendship. However, it's important to approach it with discernment, recognizing that it presents a secular perspective on healing and life's challenges. Parents may wish to discuss the themes and the absence of faith in the characters' lives.”
Biblical alignment
- —Explores grief and healing in a relatable way, offering comfort to those who have experienced loss.
- —Highlights the importance of genuine friendships and supportive relationships.
- —Promotes self-discovery and finding strength after adversity.
- —Generally wholesome content, focusing on emotional growth rather than explicit material.
Areas of concern
- —While not overtly anti-Christian, the book does not explicitly incorporate Christian faith as a source of strength or guidance for the characters.
- —The worldview presented is largely secular, focusing on personal resilience and human relationships without a divine component.
- —Some instances of typical teenage behavior and language that, while not explicit, might not align with all Christian family values.
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