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Teens · Ages 13–17

Jack Harkaway and his son's adventures in China

by Bracebridge Hemyng

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1892

A Victorian-era boy, Jack Harkaway, and his father embark on a series of daring adventures in China, facing pirates and navigating treacherous landscapes.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this adventure story.

Violence / Gore40

Pirate attacks and general peril are depicted throughout the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some peril and dangerous situations might be mildly scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A general Victorian worldview is presented without overt promotion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Jack and his father display significant courage facing danger.

Faith & Hope5

Christian faith is not a central element of the story.

Love & Friendship30

Father-son loyalty and camaraderie are evident themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of overcoming adversity are present.

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