No Promises in the Wind
by Irene Hunt
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1970
During the Great Depression, two brothers, Rusty and his younger sibling, run away from home and face the challenges of survival.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical novel.
The boys face hunger, harsh conditions, and some tense situations.
Mild language reflecting the era may be present.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in this story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The harsh realities of the Depression can be unsettling.
Occult or magical themes are absent from the book.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical work.
The narrative reflects the societal challenges of the Depression era.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe brothers demonstrate significant courage in their survival.
Faith is not a central focus, but resilience is key.
The bond and love between the brothers are central.
The story shows the consequences of actions and perseverance.
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