Ithaka
by Adèle Geras
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
This novel reimagines the story of Penelope waiting for Odysseus's return, focusing on her perspective and resilience.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome implied romantic tension exists between characters.
References to war and its aftermath are present.
Profanity is absent from the text.
References to Greek gods and mythology are present.
Suicide or self-harm is not a theme in this novel.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are described.
The novel does not contain scary or horror elements.
Greek mythology involves supernatural elements.
LGBTQ+ themes are not a focus of the novel.
The novel is based on Greek mythology.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in the novel.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePenelope displays immense courage and resilience throughout.
Christian faith is not a theme in this novel.
Loyalty and enduring love are explored.
Themes of grace or repentance are not present.
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