The straggler
by Ester Wier
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1970
A young boy named Jedediah struggles with loneliness and survival in the rugged wilderness after being separated from his family.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe book contains no sexual content.
The story depicts the harshness of the wilderness and some danger.
No profanity is present in the text.
The story is free of blasphemous elements.
No substance use is depicted in the book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The wilderness setting can be intimidating at times.
The story does not involve occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative focuses on human resilience in nature.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJedediah shows immense courage and resilience to survive.
Faith is not a primary focus, but resilience is.
Jedediah's longing for family shows love.
The book emphasizes perseverance and self-reliance.
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