Seashores and Shadows
by Colin Thiele
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1985
A boy named Toby spends his summer by the sea, encountering both the wonders of the ocean and the shadows of his past.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic interest and discussion of relationships occur.
Toby faces emotional challenges and some tense family interactions.
Very mild, infrequent profanity may be present.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
Themes of sadness and emotional struggle are present.
Toby experiences emotional distress and introspection.
Some atmospheric descriptions might be slightly somber.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The worldview is secular, focusing on personal growth.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceToby shows resilience in confronting his past and emotions.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family relationships and the search for understanding are explored.
Themes of healing, memory, and finding peace are central.
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