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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The return

by Sonia Levitin

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1987

A young Jewish girl named Anya flees Nazi-occupied Europe and seeks refuge in Palestine.

Concern Level

47/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

38/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore60

The story depicts the horrors of war and persecution.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemous language is absent from the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The threat of death is present, but not self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing30

The historical context can be frightening due to war.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes or witchcraft are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not included in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The narrative focuses on Jewish identity and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Anya displays immense courage and resilience in dire circumstances.

Faith & Hope20

Jewish faith and traditions are important to Anya's identity.

Love & Friendship50

Familial love and the desire for safety drive Anya's actions.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Hope and perseverance are key themes throughout the story.

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