Roscoe's Leap
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1987
A teenage girl, Roscoe, struggles with her identity and her place in the world after her father's death.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic tension exists between Roscoe and a boy named Paul.
Some mild physical altercations and threats occur in the story.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
Roscoe experiences significant grief and emotional distress after her father's death.
The story does not contain any scary elements.
No occult themes or practices are featured in the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the narrative.
The story explores themes of existentialism and individual freedom.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRoscoe shows courage in facing her grief and making difficult choices.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.
Roscoe's relationships with her family show elements of love and care.
The story touches on themes of understanding and acceptance of others.
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