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Riptide cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Riptide

by Frances Ward Weller

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1990

A group of teenagers on a sailing trip encounters a dangerous storm and must work together to survive.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore30

The storm and its aftermath involve significant peril and danger.

Profanity / Language10

Mild, infrequent profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The storm and survival situations create suspense and fear.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The characters display significant courage and resilience in the face of danger.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this story.

Love & Friendship30

Teamwork and mutual support are crucial for survival.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.

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