Smoky Night
by Eve Bunting
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1994
A young boy and his dog witness the Los Angeles riots and find solace in each other.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The story depicts the violence and chaos of the riots.
Mild profanity may be present reflecting the setting.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The riots create a tense and unsettling atmosphere.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are included in the story.
The story focuses on human experience during societal unrest.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy shows courage in navigating a dangerous environment.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The bond between the boy and his dog is a strong theme.
Themes of resilience and finding comfort are present.
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