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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The lost river

by Edward Sylvester Ellis

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1916

Two boys, Tom and Harry, embark on an adventure in the wilderness, facing dangers and learning survival skills as they search for a lost river.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore30

The boys encounter wild animals and dangerous terrain.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The wilderness setting presents some natural dangers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story emphasizes self-reliance in nature.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Tom and Harry show bravery in facing the wild.

Faith & Hope0

The story does not focus on Christian faith elements.

Love & Friendship10

The boys' camaraderie and mutual support are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not explore themes of grace or repentance.

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