Gone away
by Ruth Tomalin
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
A young girl's life is disrupted when her family moves to a remote island, leading to isolation and self-discovery.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in Gone Away.
Violence is not a feature of this narrative.
Profanity is absent from the dialogue and narration.
No blasphemous language is used in the book.
Substance abuse is not depicted in the story.
Suicide or self-harm are not themes in this book.
The isolation and emotional struggles can be intense.
Occult or supernatural elements are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are not explored in this narrative.
A secular perspective on human emotions is presented.
No Christians are portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in adapting to her new life.
Christian faith is not a significant element in the story.
Family relationships are explored, but not self-giving love.
Themes of grace or repentance are not central.
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