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On the Jellicoe Road cover
Young Adults · Ages 15–17

On the Jellicoe Road

by Melina Marchetta

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Orphaned teenagers living in a remote boarding school are drawn into a mystery involving their pasts and the secrets of the school's founder.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Romantic relationships and kissing are part of the story.

Violence / Gore10

There are mentions of past trauma and difficult situations.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use10

Past trauma may involve difficult emotional struggles.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No explicit instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The mystery and past events can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story explores themes of identity and belonging.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No specific portrayal of Christians or God is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

The characters show courage in uncovering their pasts.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship15

Friendship and loyalty are important themes among the teens.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

The characters seek understanding and healing from their pasts.

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