House of the Red Fish
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
This novel follows a young Hawaiian boy named Keoni as he navigates the challenges of growing up in the 1950s, dealing with family issues and the complexities of his island home.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild conflict and peril occur on the island.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story does not contain scary or horror elements.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on cultural and personal experiences.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKeoni shows courage facing difficult family situations.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Family love and loyalty are important themes.
Themes of understanding and reconciliation are present.
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