Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
From #1 New York Times and international bestselling author and Carnegie Medal winner of Salt to the Sea comes a story of loss and of fear--and ultimately of survival--in a brand-new four-color format.
"Few books are beautifully written, fewer still are important; this novel is both." --The Washington Post
A New York Times notable book
An international bestseller
A Carnegie Medal nominee
A William C. Morris Award finalist
A Golden Kite Award winner
June, 1941. A knock comes at the door and the life of fifteen-year-old Lina Vilkas changes forever. She's arrested by the Soviet secret police and deported from Lithuania to Siberia with her mother and younger brother. The conditions are horrific and Lina must fight for her life and for the lives of those around her, including the boy that she loves. Risking everything, she secretly passes along clues in the form of drawings, hoping they will reach her father's prison camp. But will her messages, and her courage, be enough to reunite her family? Will they be enough to keep her alive?
A moving and haunting novel perfect for readers of The Book Thief, now available as a stunning graphic novel.
Frequently asked questions
Is Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains graphic violence, abuse, and themes that may be distressing for readers. It depicts the harsh realities faced by deportees, including physical abuse and the threat of death. The book includes disturbing and graphic scenes related to the experiences of the characters in a labor camp, which may be considered scary for younger readers.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have violence?
The book contains graphic violence, abuse, and themes that may be distressing for readers. It depicts the harsh realities faced by deportees, including physical abuse and the threat of death.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have scary content?
The book includes disturbing and graphic scenes related to the experiences of the characters in a labor camp, which may be considered scary for younger readers.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have religious themes?
No religious content detected in the narrative. The story focuses on the experiences of a Lithuanian girl in a labor camp without reference to specific religious practices or beliefs.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have racial/cultural content?
While the book deals with themes of oppression and persecution, it does not explicitly address race or racism as a central theme. The focus is on the experiences of Lithuanians under Soviet rule.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have profanity?
No profanity detected in the search results. The reviews do not mention any use of strong language.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have climate change?
No climate themes detected in the search results. The narrative focuses on historical events rather than environmental issues.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have sexual identity?
No sexual content detected in the search results. The narrative focuses on survival and the historical context rather than romantic or sexual themes.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have gender roles?
No specific gender roles are highlighted in the search results. The narrative centers on the protagonist's survival and experiences rather than traditional or modern gender roles.
Does Between Shades of Gray The Graphic Novel have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results. The focus is primarily on the historical context of the deportation of Lithuanians under Stalin.
