Spud in Winter (Spud)
by Brian Doyle
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
Spud faces challenges and personal growth during a winter season, reflecting on life and his experiences.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild references to relationships and attraction may be present.
Some minor conflict or roughhousing might occur.
Some mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
Themes of sadness or struggle might be touched upon.
Brief mentions of difficult emotions are possible.
The story is realistic and not scary.
No occult or witchcraft elements appear.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The worldview is generally secular and humanistic.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSpud shows courage in facing personal challenges.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and familial love are important themes.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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