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Breaking Stalin's nose cover
Teens · Ages 13–15

Breaking Stalin's nose

by Eugene Yelchin

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

In Soviet Russia, a young boy named Sasha is arrested and forced to confront the harsh realities of the Stalinist regime.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore60

The book depicts arrests, interrogations, and the threat of violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The atmosphere of fear and oppression can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality50

The book critiques a totalitarian political system.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Sasha shows resilience and courage in a dangerous situation.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Sasha's father shows love for his son.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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