Out of the blue
by Hiawyn Oram
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
A young girl named Blue finds a baby washed ashore and tries to care for it, facing societal judgment and her own fears.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is a theme.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The mystery of the baby's origin creates mild suspense.
No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBlue shows courage in protecting the baby.
Christian faith is not a focus of the story.
Deep, protective love for the baby is central.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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