Hostage
by Edward Myers
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
A young protagonist is taken hostage and must use their wits and courage to survive a dangerous situation.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Significant on-page violence and threats of harm are present.
Some mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
Themes of desperation may be present.
Themes of extreme stress and potential harm are present.
The situation is tense and can be frightening.
No occult content is present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted in this book.
No negative portrayal of Christians is present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist displays immense courage and resilience.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty and protection of others may be shown.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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