Shui hu zhuan
by Zhongjie Shi
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
This classic Chinese novel follows 108 outlaws who band together to fight corrupt officials and injustice.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome characters have romantic entanglements and brief mentions of intimacy.
Graphic and frequent violence is depicted throughout the narrative.
Occasional coarse language and insults are present in dialogue.
References to folk religion and some Buddhist/Taoist concepts appear.
Substance use is absent from the story.
Suicide or self-harm is not a theme in this book.
Scary or horror elements are not present.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The worldview is rooted in traditional Chinese philosophy and folk beliefs.
Corrupt officials and some religious figures are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe outlaws display immense courage in their fight for justice.
Faith is primarily expressed through traditional Chinese beliefs and loyalty.
Loyalty and camaraderie are strong themes among the outlaws.
Themes of justice and retribution are present, but not Christian grace.
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