The dark frigate
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1923
A young boy named Dick sails the seas as a cabin boy, facing pirates and storms on a 17th-century voyage.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
There are depictions of pirate attacks and shipboard conflict.
Occasional mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
Some mild exclamations might be considered blasphemous.
No substance use is depicted in the story.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Storms at sea and pirate encounters create suspense.
No occult or magical elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story emphasizes courage and resilience in a harsh world.
Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDick demonstrates significant courage and bravery at sea.
Religious references are minimal and not central.
Loyalty and camaraderie among the crew are shown.
Themes of survival and finding one's place are present.
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