The captive
by Scott O'Dell
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
A young girl is captured by Native Americans and must adapt to a new life on the frontier.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The capture and frontier life involve some conflict.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some elements of danger and peril exist.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The story depicts cultural differences and perspectives.
Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows immense courage in survival.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Themes of resilience and adaptation are present.
Themes of understanding and empathy are present.
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