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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

A thousand for Sicily

by Geoffrey Trease

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1964

A young boy travels to Sicily and becomes involved in historical events during World War II.

Concern Level

40/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Mild romantic undertones may be present.

Violence / Gore50

Depicts wartime dangers, bombings, and conflict.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present due to the setting.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing30

Scenes of danger and wartime tension exist.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft elements are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

Worldview is secular, focusing on human resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters show courage in dangerous wartime situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are shown amidst hardship.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Limited focus on grace or repentance.

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