Shadows in the water
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
A young girl named Sarah experiences hardship and survival during the early days of the Jamestown colony.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Depicts the harsh realities of starvation and conflict.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The harsh conditions can be unsettling.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the book.
The historical context presents a secular worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display immense courage in surviving.
Faith is present as a source of comfort.
Community and mutual support are shown.
Moments of resilience and hope appear.
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