S. E. Hinton
Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2016
A young man struggles with his identity and place in the world, facing difficult choices and consequences.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic encounters and discussions of sexuality are present.
Characters are involved in fights and face dangerous situations.
Moderate profanity is used throughout the narrative.
Some mild blasphemous language is present.
There are discussions and implications of substance use.
Themes of despair and difficult emotional states are explored.
The gritty realism and character struggles can be intense.
No occult themes are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story presents a gritty, realistic worldview focused on individual struggle.
Some characters exhibit negative behaviors and attitudes.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows a degree of courage in facing his problems.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Relationships are often strained and complex.
Themes of consequence and personal responsibility are present, not grace or repentance.
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