The Homeward Bounders
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1981
A young girl is transported to a strange world and must find her way back home through various magical realms.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the novel.
Some mild peril and chase scenes occur in the magical realms.
No profanity is present in the novel.
No blasphemy is present in the novel.
No substance use is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.
Some creatures and situations are slightly unsettling.
Magic and magical beings are integral to the plot and world.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the novel.
The worldview is not explicitly non-Christian.
No characters are portrayed negatively in relation to Christianity.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJamie shows bravery navigating unknown and dangerous magical worlds.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the story.
Jamie cares for her companions and wants to return home.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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