The island of horses
by Eilís Dillon
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1976
A young boy named Dinny Connors is sent to live on his uncle's island and becomes involved with wild horses and local mysteries.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Mild peril involving horses and rough seas occurs.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
No scary elements are present in this book.
No occult themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The worldview is grounded in realism and community.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDinny shows courage in taming horses and facing challenges.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Themes of responsibility and care for animals are present.
Themes of resilience and adaptation are explored.
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