The art of starving
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2017
A teenager named Leo struggles with an eating disorder, exploring themes of control, self-worth, and recovery.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic or suggestive themes may be present.
Minimal violence, possibly emotional or implied.
Profanity is present in dialogue and internal thoughts.
Occasional mild blasphemous language may appear.
The book directly addresses and depicts an eating disorder.
The narrative focuses heavily on self-harm through starvation.
The psychological struggle can be unsettling and intense.
Occult or witchcraft elements are absent.
Minor LGBTQ+ representation may be present.
The worldview is largely secular, focusing on psychological struggles.
God and Christians are not portrayed negatively or positively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLeo shows moments of courage in facing his illness.
Christian faith is not a theme or element in this book.
Some relationships show care, but the focus is internal.
The journey towards recovery implies a form of seeking help.
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