The cay
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1969
A prejudiced white boy is shipwrecked on an island with an elderly Black man, forcing him to confront his biases.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
There are descriptions of the shipwreck and survival struggles.
Some mild language may be present.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The survival elements create some tension.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Themes of overcoming prejudice are explored.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePhillip shows growth and courage in changing his views.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
A deep and unlikely friendship develops between Phillip and Timothy.
Phillip learns to repent of his prejudice and show mercy.
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