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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Castaways

by Gerald Hausman

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

Two teenagers, stranded on a deserted island, must learn to survive and rely on each other.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

There are developing romantic feelings and kissing.

Violence / Gore20

Survival challenges involve some physical danger.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The isolation and survival create some tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The characters show courage in facing their situation.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the story.

Love & Friendship40

Developing romantic love and mutual reliance are key.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.

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