Kemosha of the Caribbean
by Alex Wheatle
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
Kemosha, a young woman on a Caribbean island, is forced into servitude after her father's death and must navigate a dangerous world.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mature themes and implied sexual exploitation are present.
Violence includes beatings, whippings, and the threat of sexual assault.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.
The oppressive atmosphere and harsh realities can be unsettling.
No occult elements are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The harsh realities of slavery present a challenging worldview.
Slave owners and overseers are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKemosha shows courage in facing her difficult circumstances.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Kemosha shows love for her family and community.
There are themes of resilience but not explicit grace or repentance.
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