The Eyes of the Amaryllis
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1977
A girl named Genevieve visits her grandmother on an island and encounters mysterious occurrences related to the sea.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual themes or content are present in the book.
There is mild peril associated with the sea and mysteries.
Profanity is absent from the text.
The book contains no blasphemous language.
Substance abuse is not a topic in this story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The mysterious atmosphere and unsettling events create suspense.
There are subtle hints of the supernatural and folklore.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story explores themes of nature and memory.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceGenevieve shows curiosity and determination in her investigation.
Christian faith is not a significant element in the narrative.
The relationship between Genevieve and her grandmother is explored.
Themes of grace and repentance are not present.
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