A young man from a rough neighborhood navigates gang violence, identity, and the search for meaning in a harsh urban environment.
Author
S.E. Hinton
3 books in the catalog
S.E. Hinton has 3 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly realistic fiction, drama and classic.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 13–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across S.E. Hinton's work include courage and love. Parents most often flag violence, profanity and non-Christian worldview elements — see each review below for specifics.
Two estranged brothers, Mark and Bryon, navigate their lives in a small town during the 1960s. Their friendship is tested by drugs, violence, and the complexities of growing up.
Ponyboy Curtis and his fellow Greasers navigate a bitter rivalry with the wealthy Socs in 1960s Oklahoma. After a tragic confrontation, Ponyboy must decide what kind of man he wants to become.
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