The savage
by David Almond
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A young boy named David experiences the harsh realities of life and death in a rural setting.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMildly suggestive situations and discussions may occur.
Depicts some violence, including animal harm and conflict.
Some mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
Themes of despair and difficult life circumstances are explored.
Themes of despair and difficult life circumstances are explored.
Some unsettling and somber situations are depicted.
No occult themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
A secular and often bleak worldview is presented.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters face difficult situations with resilience.
No true Christian faith elements are present.
Some familial bonds and friendships are depicted.
No grace, mercy, or repentance themes are present.
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