Hurricane
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A teenage boy named Jake grapples with the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and its impact on his family and community in New Orleans.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The story depicts the destruction and chaos of the hurricane.
Some mild profanity may be present due to the stressful situation.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
The overwhelming nature of the disaster may evoke feelings of despair.
The descriptions of the hurricane's destruction are intense.
No occult elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on human resilience and community response.
No specific religious groups are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJake demonstrates courage and resilience in surviving and helping others.
Hope and faith in humanity are present themes.
Family bonds and community support are central to the narrative.
The themes of survival, rebuilding, and mutual aid are prominent.
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