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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Ashes

by Laurie Halse Anderson

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

A historical fiction novel about a teenage girl surviving the aftermath of a devastating fire in her town.

Concern Level

48/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

32/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

There are very mild romantic undertones and discussions.

Violence / Gore60

The book graphically depicts the aftermath of a fire and its destruction.

Profanity / Language20

Some characters use mild profanity and coarse language.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use10

There are discussions of despair and difficult circumstances.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The story touches on the emotional toll of trauma and loss.

Scary / Disturbing30

The descriptions of the fire and its destruction can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story is grounded in historical reality, with no occult elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on human resilience and community response.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

There are no negative portrayals of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

The protagonist and townspeople show immense courage and resilience.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element of the plot.

Love & Friendship60

The story highlights community support and acts of kindness.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of hope and rebuilding are present after devastation.

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