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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Dinner at Alberta's

by Russell Hoban

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1975

A young boy's unusual friendship with an elderly woman leads to profound life lessons.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

The narrative does not depict any violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemous language or themes are absent.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The book explores existential themes and the human condition.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not depicted in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show quiet resilience in facing life's challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No elements of Christian faith are present.

Love & Friendship40

A deep, platonic love and connection develops between the characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not explored.

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