Duffy's Rocks / Edward Fenton ; foreword and afterword by Margaret Mary Kimmel
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
This story follows a young boy named Duffy who experiences life in a rough neighborhood and learns about friendship and resilience.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Depicts street life, including some rough encounters and potential for violence.
Some mild profanity may be present reflecting the setting.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
The urban setting and potential dangers might be slightly unsettling.
No occult themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The worldview focuses on resilience and navigating challenging environments.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDuffy demonstrates courage in facing his circumstances and standing up for himself.
Faith is not a central theme in this narrative.
Friendship and loyalty are important themes explored between characters.
Themes of overcoming adversity and finding hope are present.
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