The drowning boy
by Susan Terris
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1972
A young boy named David grapples with the aftermath of a drowning incident and his feelings of guilt and responsibility.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The drowning incident is a central, albeit indirect, element.
Mild language may be present.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance use is featured in the book.
Themes of guilt and emotional distress are prominent.
The emotional weight of the event can be intense.
No occult or witchcraft themes appear.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDavid struggles to cope with his emotions.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
David's relationships are strained by the event.
David begins to process his grief and guilt.
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