Dear brother
by Frank Asch
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
A young boy writes letters to his deceased brother, reflecting on their memories and his grief, finding a way to cope with loss.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story does not contain scary elements.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is secular, focusing on human emotions.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy shows courage in confronting his grief.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The story centers on the enduring love for his brother.
The process of grieving and healing shows emotional growth.
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