No Roof in Bosnia
by Els de Groen
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A young girl named Maja recounts her experiences during the Bosnian War, focusing on the hardships and resilience of children.
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.
The book depicts the harsh realities and violence of war, including bombings and displacement.
Some mild profanity may be present due to the war context.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are included.
The descriptions of war and its impact can be frightening and disturbing.
The story does not involve occult or magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative focuses on the human experience of war and survival.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMaja and other children display immense courage in surviving war conditions.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this personal account.
Acts of kindness and support among children are shown amidst hardship.
The story touches on resilience and survival rather than explicit repentance or mercy.
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