The journal of Augustus Pelletier
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
A young boy's discovery of a hidden journal from a shipwreck survivor reveals a tale of adventure and survival.
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.
The story includes descriptions of a shipwreck and survival challenges.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
Suicide or self-harm is not depicted.
The shipwreck and survival elements can be tense.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are included.
The story focuses on historical adventure, not a worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAugustus shows courage in facing difficult survival situations.
Christian faith is not a central element of the plot.
Loyalty to family and the desire to survive are present.
Themes of grace or repentance are not explored.
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