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Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
A teenager flees his home in Uganda during a time of political unrest, seeking safety and a new life.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The story depicts the violence and fear associated with political conflict.
Some mild profanity may be present due to the harsh circumstances.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The narrative contains moments of danger and suspense.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The story focuses on the human experience of displacement and resilience.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist exhibits significant courage in his journey for survival.
Faith is not a primary focus, but hope and resilience are.
Friendship and the desire for safety are important themes.
Themes of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity are explored.
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