Shantymen of Cache Lake
by Bill Freeman
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1975
This historical fiction novel follows a group of young men working on the Great Lakes shipping industry in the 19th century.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and rough situations occur on the ships.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is included in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story does not contain any scary elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage facing the dangers of lake life.
Faith is not a central theme, but characters live by their values.
Friendship and loyalty are shown among the young men.
Characters learn from their mistakes and grow through experience.
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