We were there
by Eve Bunting
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
This historical fiction novel tells the story of a young Jewish girl named Hannah and her family during the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising in 1943. It focuses on their struggle for survival and resistance.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical novel.
Depicts the harsh realities and violence of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.
Profanity is absent from this historical account.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
The desperation of the situation may imply suicidal thoughts.
The context of war and oppression can be emotionally heavy.
The setting and events can be frightening and intense.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
This book portrays the grim reality of war and persecution.
Christians are not central characters in this Jewish story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show immense courage in the face of extreme adversity.
Faith is shown through resilience and hope, not explicit prayer.
Family love and loyalty are central to survival.
Themes of grace and mercy are overshadowed by survival.
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