Goodbye, Max
by Holly Keller
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1987
A young girl named Lizzie struggles with selective mutism after a traumatic event, finding her voice again.
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 this book.
A past traumatic event is alluded to but not graphically depicted.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance use is featured in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLizzie shows quiet courage in her struggle to communicate.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family love and support are central to Lizzie's healing.
The story shows the process of healing and finding one's voice.
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