River Boy
by Tim Bowler
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A boy named River is drawn into a mysterious and dangerous world after a traumatic event, struggling to understand his past.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo explicit sexual content is present in this intense story.
The story contains descriptions of past violence and its aftermath.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue reflecting distress.
No blasphemous language or themes are featured in the book.
Themes of despair and emotional struggle are present.
The protagonist experiences significant emotional distress and suicidal ideation.
The atmosphere is often dark, unsettling, and suspenseful.
Supernatural or unexplained phenomena play a role in the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the narrative.
The worldview is primarily secular, focusing on internal struggles.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRiver shows resilience in confronting his trauma and seeking answers.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the story.
Some supportive relationships are present but overshadowed by trauma.
The narrative does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.
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