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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Girl Overboard

by Justina Chen Headley

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A teenage girl named Maya finds herself in a dangerous situation at sea after a sailing accident.

Concern Level

40/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

There are some romantic feelings and thoughts expressed.

Violence / Gore50

The story involves a dangerous sailing accident and survival challenges.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The peril of being lost at sea can be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative focuses on human resilience and nature.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Maya demonstrates significant courage and resourcefulness to survive.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element in the story.

Love & Friendship40

Maya's determination to survive shows self-love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are not explicitly explored.

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