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Teens · Ages 13–17

The Hiding Place: The Triumphant True Story of Corrie Ten Boom

by Corrie ten Boom

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1984

During World War II, Corrie ten Boom and her family risk their lives to hide Jewish refugees in their Dutch home before being sent to Nazi concentration camps.

Concern Level

56/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

96/ 100

Shining

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

The book contains no sexual content or romance beyond mentions of chaste historical courtships.

Violence / Gore65

The narrative describes the harsh reality of Nazi brutality, including beatings and the deaths of prisoners.

Profanity / Language10

Minimal coarse language is used by guards to reflect the oppressive atmosphere of the camps.

Blasphemy5

Guards occasionally use God's name in vain, contrasting with the family's deep reverence.

Substance Use5

There is brief mention of vitamins and medicinal drops smuggled into the camp.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The psychological toll of imprisonment and the despair of fellow captives are described.

Scary / Disturbing55

The constant threat of discovery by the Gestapo and the horrors of the camps create intense tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

There are no occult or supernatural elements present in this memoir.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

There are no LGBTQ+ themes or characters in this historical account.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book is grounded in a biblical worldview, emphasizing God's sovereignty and love.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

The book portrays Christian faith as a source of strength, hope, and resistance against evil.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice95

The Ten Boom family displays immense sacrificial bravery by risking everything to save others.

Faith & Hope100

Deep reliance on Scripture and prayer is the central theme of Corrie's survival and testimony.

Love & Friendship90

The story highlights the profound bond of the Ten Boom family and love for neighbors.

Forgiveness & Redemption95

Corrie's journey toward forgiving her former captors is a powerful and essential part of the story.

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