Rumble Fish
by S. E. Hinton
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1975
A coming-of-age story set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, focusing on the rivalry between two teenage gangs, the Greasers and the Socs.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentImplied sexual encounters and discussions occur between characters.
Frequent and graphic depictions of gang violence and fights occur.
Significant and frequent use of profanity is present.
Some mild blasphemous language is used.
Alcohol consumption is depicted among teenagers.
Suicidal ideation and a suicide attempt are depicted.
The atmosphere can be tense and threatening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story presents a bleak and cynical worldview.
Christians are not explicitly portrayed, but the worldview is secular.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display courage in facing dangerous situations.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty and camaraderie among the Greasers are shown.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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