The Last — Content Guide for Parents

Frequently asked questions

• Is The Last appropriate for a 7-year-old?

  The book contains graphic depictions of violence, including the death of the protagonist's family and species, described in stark detail with references to blood and bodies. This violence is integral to the plot and affects the main character deeply. While the book contains dark themes and violence, it does not include genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or nightmares. The narrative focuses on the protagonist's journey rather than horror elements.

• Does The Last have violence?

  The book contains graphic depictions of violence, including the death of the protagonist's family and species, described in stark detail with references to blood and bodies. This violence is integral to the plot and affects the main character deeply.

• Does The Last have scary content?

  While the book contains dark themes and violence, it does not include genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or nightmares. The narrative focuses on the protagonist's journey rather than horror elements.

• Does The Last have religious themes?

  No religious content in the book itself. The search results mention the author's background but do not provide evidence of religious practices, beliefs, or themes within the narrative of 'The Last'.

• Does The Last have racial/cultural content?

  No explicit racial themes are present in the book. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point in 'The Last'.

• Does The Last have profanity?

  No profanity is indicated in the book. The search results do not mention any instances of strong language or swearing in 'The Last'.

• Does The Last have climate change?

  No climate themes are explicitly present in the book. The search results do not indicate that environmental issues are a focus of 'The Last'.

• Does The Last have sexual identity?

  No sexual content is present in the book. The search results do not indicate any themes or scenes related to sexuality within 'The Last'.

• Does The Last have gender roles?

  The book explores gender roles and gender stereotyping through its characters and their interactions, particularly in the context of a world governed by humans and other intelligent species. This exploration suggests a critique of traditional gender roles.

• Does The Last have lgbtq+ themes?

  No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly present in the book 'The Last' by Katherine Applegate. The search results primarily reference the author's background and other works, rather than content from this specific book.