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Children · Ages 10–12

Lost in the Sea of Despair

by Tracey Turner

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A young girl named Elara is shipwrecked and must survive on a deserted island, facing her fears and the challenges of nature.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Elara faces dangers from the natural environment and her own fears.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing30

The isolation and dangers of the island can be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on survival and personal resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Elara shows courage in facing her difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Elara's focus is on her own survival.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.

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