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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Bayou Boy

by George Harmon Smith

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1965

A young boy named Beau grows up in the Louisiana bayou during the 1930s, facing hardship and learning about life.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some mature themes and implied relationships are present.

Violence / Gore40

Depicts some violence, including fighting and hardship.

Profanity / Language30

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy10

Occasional mild blasphemy might occur.

Substance Use10

Some references to hardship and struggle.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of despair and difficult circumstances exist.

Scary / Disturbing20

The setting can be atmospheric and slightly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is realistic and reflects hardship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Beau demonstrates resilience and courage.

Faith & Hope10

Some religious undertones and mentions of faith.

Love & Friendship40

Themes of family loyalty and community support.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Moments of resilience and overcoming adversity.

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