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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The crystal nights

by Michele Murray

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1973

This historical fiction novel follows a young Jewish girl during the Kristallnacht pogrom in Nazi Germany.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

24/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore70

Depicts violence and destruction during Kristallnacht.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of despair and fear are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The historical events are disturbing and frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The book highlights the dangers of a hateful ideology.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters show courage in the face of extreme danger.

Faith & Hope15

Jewish faith is a background element for characters.

Love & Friendship30

Family bonds and protection are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Focus is on survival and resilience, not repentance.

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