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Teens · Ages 13–17

On the Edge

by Gillian Cross

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1900

A group of teenagers are stranded on a remote island after a boating accident, forcing them to confront their fears and rely on each other for survival.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

26/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some mild peril and conflict occur between the characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The isolation and danger of the island create some tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on human resilience, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Characters show courage facing their survival challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Characters develop bonds and care for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Some instances of forgiveness and understanding occur.

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