Lockie Leonard, scumbuster
by Tim Winton
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
Lockie Leonard navigates adolescence, family, and friendships in a coastal Australian town.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMildly suggestive situations and discussions occur between teens.
Minor physical altercations and roughhousing are depicted.
Some mild profanity, like 'bugger,' is used.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story contains no scary or horror elements.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
A secular, Australian worldview is presented.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLockie shows courage in dealing with his emotions.
Christian faith is not a part of the narrative.
Friendship and family love are present.
Grace and mercy are not explored.
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