Kris's war
by Carol Matas
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
A young Jewish girl in Nazi-occupied Holland must hide and survive during World War II, relying on courage and resilience.
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 narrative.
Depicts the harsh realities and dangers of war and occupation.
Minimal profanity, reflecting the gravity of the situation.
No blasphemous content is present in the story.
No themes of substance abuse are depicted.
Themes of despair and the will to live are present.
The atmosphere is tense and frightening due to the war.
Occult or witchcraft elements are absent from the book.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical context.
The narrative focuses on human resilience and historical events.
No specific portrayal of Christians or God is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist displays immense courage and bravery throughout.
Faith is shown through the protagonist's Jewish heritage and hope.
Love for family and the desire for safety are strong motivators.
Themes of survival, hope, and perseverance are central.
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