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Tunnel in the Sky

Robert Heinlein (1955)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.96
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Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

ViolenceSurvival SituationsDeath

Positive tags

Coming of AgeSurvivalFound FamilySelf-DiscoveryAdventure

Hero archetypes

Coming-of-Age HeroReluctant Hero

Protagonist archetypes

Survival TeamComing-of-Age Protagonist

Tropes

SurvivalComing of AgeFound FamilyFish out of WaterQuestForced ProximityTraining Arc

Themes

SurvivalCommunity BuildingSocial OrderLeadershipSelf-RelianceCooperation vs CompetitionPolitical Philosophy

Synopsis

This is a wonderful thought provoking book. Survival and the creation of initial social, community and even political themes are explored. A pivotal entry into my young mind. I still enjoy it today!

Is Tunnel in the Sky appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Classic Heinlein YA survival tale with thoughtful exploration of community building and social structures. Contains survival violence and danger, but no sexual content or strong language.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, violence, and survival situations.

Who'll love this

Teens will engage with the survival challenge, the formation of a new society, and the thought-provoking questions about leadership and cooperation.

Tags

Science FictionSurvival StoryAdventureSocial Commentary