Robert Cormier
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
A young boy grapples with the complexities of his father's legacy and his own identity.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
There are mentions of past violence and its impact.
No profanity is used in the dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The story is not scary.
No occult elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in confronting his past.
Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.
The protagonist learns about love through family relationships.
Themes of grace and repentance are not present.
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