Who's Jim Hines?
Age rating: Ages 14+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A young Black girl in the 1950s South grapples with prejudice and discovers her family's history.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Racial prejudice and its effects are depicted.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is featured in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story contains no scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The historical context reflects societal biases.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display courage in the face of injustice.
Some characters exhibit Christian values and faith.
Strong themes of family love and heritage are present.
Forgiveness and understanding are explored.
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