South by South East
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
A young boy named Tommy is sent to live with his aunt and uncle in a remote village after his parents' death. He soon discovers a dark secret connected to the village's past.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild violence includes a character being threatened and a brief fight scene.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
The story has a suspenseful atmosphere and some unsettling moments.
No occult or supernatural elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTommy shows some courage in facing the unknown.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Some familial affection is shown, but not self-giving love.
Themes of grace and mercy are not prominent.
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