The haunted showboat
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1957
Nancy Drew investigates a mystery involving a haunted showboat on the Mississippi River, encountering danger and intrigue.
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 the story.
Nancy faces some physical danger and threats.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance abuse is not a theme.
Suicide or self-harm is not depicted.
The 'haunted' aspect creates mild suspense.
Occult themes are absent from the book.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.
The book promotes problem-solving and independence.
Christians are not portrayed in this narrative.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNancy displays bravery and resourcefulness.
Christian faith is not a focus of the story.
Friendship with Ned and the Hardy Boys is present.
Themes of grace or repentance are not present.
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