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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Ship breaker

by Paolo Bacigalupi

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

In a future world ravaged by climate change, a young girl survives by scavenging and working on dangerous deep-sea oil rigs.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore70

The world is harsh, with death, injury, and exploitation.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The bleak and dangerous setting can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story presents a secular, survival-focused worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

The protagonist displays immense resilience and bravery.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Some familial bonds and friendships are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No specific themes of grace or repentance are present.

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