Hiroshima
by Laurence Yep
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
This historical novel tells the story of a young boy named Sachi and his experiences in Hiroshima before and after the atomic bomb. It focuses on the human impact of the event and the resilience of the survivors.
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 this historical account.
The atomic bombing of Hiroshima is depicted with graphic and disturbing consequences.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous content is included in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
The aftermath of the bombing is described with frightening and unsettling details.
No occult or supernatural elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative focuses on historical events and human experience, not a specific worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display immense courage in the face of unimaginable destruction.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the story.
Acts of kindness and support emerge among survivors.
The story shows resilience and survival, not explicit grace or repentance.
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