Small avalanches and other stories
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
This collection of short stories explores various themes of human experience, often with a focus on psychological depth and unsettling situations.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome stories may contain mature themes or suggestive situations.
Violence is present in some stories, ranging from implied to explicit.
Some profanity may be present in dialogue.
Occasional mild blasphemy might appear in dialogue.
Themes of despair or difficult life circumstances may be present.
Some stories might touch upon themes of self-harm or suicidal ideation.
Certain stories have unsettling or disturbing elements.
Minor references to the supernatural or unexplained might occur.
Subtle or background LGBTQ+ representation may exist.
Some stories may present a secular or questioning worldview.
Christians or religious figures might be portrayed neutrally or critically.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters sometimes display resilience in difficult situations.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Relationships and human connection are explored.
Themes of struggle and survival are present, but not explicit grace.
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