Freak the Mighty (Freak the Mighty, #1)
Age rating: Ages 11–14 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
Two social outcasts, a physically large boy with learning disabilities and a small boy with a physical deformity, form a powerful bond and embark on imaginary quests.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere is no sexual content or romantic subplots in this story.
Max’s father is a convicted murderer who physically threatens and kidnaps his son.
The book contains very mild insults and occasional low-level slang.
There are a few instances of God's name used as an exclamation.
Max's father is a criminal, and there are references to his rough lifestyle.
The book deals with grief and physical disability rather than self-harm or suicide.
The scenes involving Killer Kane's return and his physical intimidation of Max are tense.
This is a realistic contemporary story with no magic or occult elements.
There are no LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the book.
The story focuses on human resilience and the power of imagination to overcome hardship.
The book does not address or mock Christianity or the church.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKevin shows immense bravery facing his illness, and Max finds courage to protect others.
There is no explicit Christian faith or prayer; hope is found in friendship.
The bond between Max and Kevin is a beautiful example of sacrificial, platonic love.
Max struggles with his father's legacy but finds a way to move forward with his life.
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