James
by Ruth Park
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
This is a historical novel about a young orphan boy named James who struggles to survive and find his place in Australia.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild references to poverty and hardship are present.
James experiences physical hardship and some rough encounters.
Some mild coarse language may be present.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance use is featured in the narrative.
Themes of despair and hardship are present.
The harsh realities of poverty can be unsettling.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The book depicts a secular struggle for survival.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJames shows resilience and determination to survive.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
James experiences moments of kindness and connection.
The importance of perseverance and hope is shown.
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