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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Jersey shore

by William Mayne

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1973

A group of children on a summer holiday in the English countryside discover a hidden cave and a mysterious object.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and chase scenes occur during the mystery.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The discovery of the cave and its contents creates mild suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a neutral worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Children show courage in exploring the unknown cave.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and camaraderie are shown among the children.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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