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Teens · Ages 13–16

Lifeboat

by Brian John Ridden

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2004

A group of survivors on a lifeboat after a shipwreck face dwindling resources and rising tensions.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

The story depicts the aftermath of a shipwreck and survival struggles.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild language may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm30

Characters experience despair, fear, and emotional strain.

Scary / Disturbing20

The situation is dire and creates a sense of unease.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is focused on human resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters must demonstrate courage to survive.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Some characters show concern for fellow survivors.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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