Straydog
by Kathe Koja
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
A young woman named Jessica finds a stray dog that leads her into a dark, unsettling world.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some disturbing imagery and implied violence are present.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted.
Themes of despair and existential dread are explored.
The story features unsettling atmosphere and disturbing psychological horror.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The narrative explores dark and nihilistic themes.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJessica shows some courage in facing her fears.
No Christian faith elements are present in the story.
Limited instances of caring for the stray dog.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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