Frank Netherton, or, The talisman
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1852
Frank Netherton's quest for a magical talisman leads him on a journey of self-discovery.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Mild peril and challenges are faced by Frank.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance abuse is not a theme.
Suicide or self-harm is not depicted.
Some suspenseful moments might be mildly unsettling.
The talisman has magical properties, but it's not overtly occult.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.
The concept of a magical talisman might be viewed as a non-Christian element.
Christian principles are implicitly valued, though not always explicit.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFrank demonstrates courage in pursuing his goals.
Faith is implied through moral choices rather than explicit prayer.
Characters show loyalty and some instances of helpfulness.
The story suggests learning from experiences and making better choices.
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