Moses Beech
by Ian Strachan
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1981
A young Black boy in the Bahamas navigates prejudice and finds his place in his community.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Instances of prejudice and social tension occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
The story contains no scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMoses Beech shows courage in facing adversity.
Christianity is part of the community's fabric.
Community and family bonds are important.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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