Tales of the Peculiar
by Ransom Riggs
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2016
Jacob Portman discovers a hidden island filled with peculiar children and a dangerous mystery connected to his grandfather'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 book.
Some characters face threats and peril from wights.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous content appears in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The wights and hollowgasts are frightening creatures.
The peculiar abilities and time loops have magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on fantasy and mystery elements.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJacob shows courage in facing danger for his friends.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Jacob develops loyalty and care for the peculiar children.
The story does not focus on grace or repentance.
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