Ned Kelly & the city of the bees
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
This historical fiction novel follows the life of Australian outlaw Ned Kelly, focusing on his early years and his complex relationship with his family and the law.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Some on-page violence occurs during police raids and confrontations.
Mild profanity may appear in dialogue reflecting the era.
No blasphemous content is featured in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
The story does not contain any scary elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative presents a critical view of law enforcement and authority.
Authority figures and police are often portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNed Kelly displays a fierce, albeit misguided, courage for his family.
Christian faith is not a central theme or element in the story.
Family loyalty is a strong motivator for Ned's actions.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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