Come a Tide
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1990
A young girl named Lyddie experiences life in a small Appalachian town during a flood.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
The flood presents significant danger and destruction to the community.
Mild, period-appropriate language may be present.
No blasphemous content is included in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The impending and ongoing flood creates significant suspense and fear.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLyddie and the townspeople show courage in facing the natural disaster.
Faith and prayer may be present as coping mechanisms for characters.
Family and community support are vital during the crisis.
Characters may show mercy and help to one another.
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