Pirates
by Paul Shipton
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
This is a historical adventure novel set during the Golden Age of Piracy, following a young cabin boy's experiences at sea.
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 book.
There are depictions of pirate battles and violence.
Some mild coarse language may be present.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.
Some tense and dangerous situations occur.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The worldview is generally secular, focused on survival and adventure.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in facing pirate life.
No Christian faith elements are present in the story.
Some camaraderie among the crew is shown.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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