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Teens · Ages 13–17

The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips

by Michael Morpugo

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

A young girl on a remote island during WWII befriends a German prisoner of war, leading to a complex and emotional story of connection and survival.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some descriptions of war and its impact are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on human relationships and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Adolphus shows courage in his actions and beliefs.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship70

Adolphus and Lily share a deep, selfless love.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of understanding and empathy are present.

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