And the Ocean Was Our Sky
by Patrick Ness
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2018
A young girl named Tal lives in a world submerged by water, where she learns about her past and the surface world.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
There are descriptions of danger and conflict in the underwater world.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is featured in this book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The underwater environment and its dangers create some suspense.
No occult or magical elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The worldview is speculative and explores societal change.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTal shows bravery in exploring her world.
No Christian faith elements are present in this book.
Tal's connection to her community is important.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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