Guantanamo Boy
by Anna Perera
Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2009
A young British Muslim boy, Tariq, is wrongly accused and detained at Guantanamo Bay. He must find the strength to survive and prove his innocence amidst injustice.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Depictions of harsh interrogation, confinement, and psychological distress are present.
Some mild profanity and harsh language are used.
No blasphemous content is present in the narrative.
The despair of the situation might touch on themes of hopelessness.
The psychological toll of imprisonment could be interpreted as self-harm related.
The harsh realities of detention and injustice can be disturbing.
The story does not involve any occult or supernatural elements.
No LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present in the book.
The narrative critiques political actions and systems, presenting a specific worldview.
Religious faith is a source of strength, but not always portrayed positively by others.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTariq demonstrates immense moral courage and resilience in adversity.
Tariq's Muslim faith is a significant source of his strength and identity.
Loyalty to family and his own sense of justice are strong themes.
The concept of seeking truth and justice implies a form of redemption.
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