The Freak
by Carol Matas
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A young Jewish girl named Hannah survives the Holocaust in hiding, facing immense fear and loss.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Depicts the brutal violence and horrors of the Holocaust.
Some mild language may be present due to the harsh setting.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
The constant threat of death and despair is present.
The historical context can be frightening and disturbing.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on Jewish survival, not a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHannah displays incredible courage and resilience to survive.
Jewish faith and traditions are present as a source of strength.
Familial love and the desire for safety are strong themes.
Hope and perseverance are shown, but not explicit repentance.
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