The hotshot
by Alfred Slote
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1977
A talented young baseball player named Billy is recruited for a prestigious team, facing challenges and competition.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
There are descriptions of aggressive play in baseball games.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
No scary elements are present in this book.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows courage in facing tough competition.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
Teamwork and camaraderie are shown.
Themes of perseverance and learning from mistakes are present.
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