Heartsease
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1969
A young girl named Heartsease is sent to live with her aunt and uncle on a remote island where she uncovers dark secrets and faces danger.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic tension and a kiss occur between characters.
There are descriptions of past violence and present threats.
No profanity is present in the text.
Blasphemous content is absent from the story.
No substance abuse is depicted.
A character contemplates suicide due to despair.
The island setting and hidden secrets create a suspenseful atmosphere.
There are elements of superstition and folklore.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story touches on themes of fate and superstition.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHeartsease displays courage in facing her fears.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Heartsease develops a caring relationship with a boy.
Themes of overcoming hardship are present.
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