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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Bury the dead

by Peter Carter

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1986

A young man named Peter Carter is caught in the horrors of World War II, facing the brutal realities of combat and the loss of his comrades.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this war novel.

Violence / Gore80

Graphic descriptions of combat and death are prevalent throughout the narrative.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may appear in dialogue reflecting wartime speech.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is featured in the story.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this war story.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters experience profound grief and despair over fallen friends.

Scary / Disturbing30

The grim realities of war can be unsettling for some readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from this historical war account.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical war narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative focuses on the human cost of war, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christian characters are not specifically portrayed, positively or negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Peter shows courage facing overwhelming odds and protecting others.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not a focus of this war story.

Love & Friendship40

Camaraderie and loyalty among soldiers are depicted.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of repentance and mercy are not central to this war story.

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