Hungry
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
This is a historical fiction novel about a young girl named Elara who must survive a harsh winter after her family's farm fails. She faces hunger, difficult choices, and the challenges of a changing world.
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 the story.
Mild peril and hardship are depicted during the survival struggle.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The harshness of winter and potential starvation create some tense moments.
No occult or supernatural elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on human resilience and resourcefulness.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElara shows courage facing starvation and protecting her family.
Faith is implied through resilience, not explicit Christian practice.
Elara's love for her family drives her actions.
Themes of perseverance and hope are present, not explicit grace.
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