Keeper of the Night — 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
Isabel's mother died peacefully. At least that's what Isabel likes to think since no one in her family will talk about the truth. But in spite of their avoidance, in spite of their brave faces, the truth has a way of revealing itself at night, in her family's behavior. Her father sleeps curled up on the floor right where Mama's body was found. Olivia wets her bed and wakes repeatedly from nightmares, and Frank has started carving his anger into his bedroom wall. It's up to Isabel to help her family get beyond the pain and loss—to be the keeper of the night. But who will help Isabel?
Frequently asked questions
Is Keeper of the Night appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book deals with the aftermath of a mother's suicide, which is a central theme. The protagonist, Isabel, struggles with the emotional fallout of this event, indicating a significant level of emotional violence. The narrative includes themes of grief and emotional turmoil following a suicide, which may be considered scary or distressing for some readers, particularly younger audiences.
Does Keeper of the Night have violence?
The book deals with the aftermath of a mother's suicide, which is a central theme. The protagonist, Isabel, struggles with the emotional fallout of this event, indicating a significant level of emotional violence.
Does Keeper of the Night have scary content?
The narrative includes themes of grief and emotional turmoil following a suicide, which may be considered scary or distressing for some readers, particularly younger audiences.
Does Keeper of the Night have religious themes?
No religious content, practices, or beliefs are present in the narrative of 'Keeper of the Night' as indicated by the search results.
Does Keeper of the Night have racial/cultural content?
While the protagonist is a native of Guam, there are no explicit themes of racism or identity politics present in the narrative as indicated by the search results.
Does Keeper of the Night have profanity?
No profanity is reported in the search results for 'Keeper of the Night'.
Does Keeper of the Night have climate change?
No climate-related themes or discussions are present in the search results for 'Keeper of the Night'.
Does Keeper of the Night have sexual identity?
No sexual content is mentioned in the search results for 'Keeper of the Night'.
Does Keeper of the Night have gender roles?
No specific gender roles or themes related to gender expectations are mentioned in the search results for 'Keeper of the Night'.
Does Keeper of the Night have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the search results for 'Keeper of the Night'.
