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Teens · Ages 11–15

Isle of Swords

by Wayne Thomas Batson

Age rating: Ages 11–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

An amnesiac boy named Cat is rescued by a pirate captain and joins a race for a legendary treasure.

Concern Level

38/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

77/ 100

Shining

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Content is completely clean with no sexual situations or romance beyond very mild interest.

Violence / Gore45

Frequent pirate battles involve swords, cannons, and injuries, though gore is minimal and stylized.

Profanity / Language5

Common pirate slang is used, but there is no modern profanity or vulgarity.

Blasphemy0

There are no instances of God's name being misused or mocked.

Substance Use15

Characters consume ale and grog in keeping with the historical pirate setting.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

There are no themes or depictions of self-harm or suicide.

Scary / Disturbing30

The villain Bartholomew Thorne and some intense battle sequences may be frightening for younger readers.

Occult & Witchcraft5

Superstition exists among pirates, but there is no actual witchcraft or ritual magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

There are no LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The book promotes a clear biblical perspective on morality, truth, and purpose.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

The narrative is written from a Christian perspective and treats faith with high respect.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice85

Anne and Cat show significant bravery and self-sacrifice to protect their friends and family.

Faith & Hope75

Captain Declan Ross and other characters openly pray and trust in God's providence.

Love & Friendship70

The story emphasizes the deep loyalty between a father and daughter and among the crew.

Forgiveness & Redemption80

The plot heavily features themes of second chances and the possibility of redemption for pirates.

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