Being with Henry
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
A teenage girl named Sarah grapples with her feelings and experiences after her younger brother, Henry, dies.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story about grief.
The death of a child is a central, albeit non-graphic, element.
Mild profanity may be present in moments of distress.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
The theme of grief can be emotionally challenging and intense.
The story is emotionally resonant, not scary.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book explores human emotions and coping mechanisms.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in navigating her grief and family dynamics.
Faith may be explored as a coping mechanism by characters.
The story deeply explores familial love and the pain of its loss.
The narrative touches on processing loss and finding a way forward.
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