The Killing Sea
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
Richard Lewis's 'The Killing Sea' is a survival story about a young boy stranded at sea after a shipwreck.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
The story depicts the harsh realities of survival, including injuries and near-death experiences.
Mild profanity may be present due to the stressful situations.
No blasphemous language is used in the book.
Substance use is not a theme in this story.
The protagonist faces extreme despair, bordering on hopelessness.
The isolation and dangers of the sea can be frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this novel.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in the book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist displays immense courage and resilience in his fight for survival.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Love is shown through the protagonist's thoughts of his family.
Moments of resilience and determination are present, but not explicit repentance.
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