Sink or swim
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
Ruth Flanigan's "Sink or Swim" is a contemporary novel about a teenage girl dealing with family issues, bullying, and finding her place.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are mentions of romantic relationships and kissing.
Bullying and emotional conflict are significant elements.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
Occasional exclamations might be considered mild blasphemy.
Themes of despair and feeling overwhelmed are present.
The protagonist experiences significant emotional distress.
The bullying and emotional turmoil can be intense.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.
LGBTQ+ themes and representation are not present.
The story focuses on personal struggles rather than a worldview.
No characters or portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in facing her challenges.
Faith is not a central theme in this novel.
Friendship and support are important for the protagonist.
The story explores themes of overcoming adversity.
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