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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Runaway

by Wendelin Van Draanen

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young girl named Hannah runs away from home after a fight with her parents, seeking independence and a new life.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

A brief mention of a kiss occurs between characters.

Violence / Gore10

Minor conflict and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Hannah demonstrates courage in her decision to run away.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the story.

Love & Friendship40

The story explores the complexities of familial love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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