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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The perilous sea

by Sherry Thomas

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A young woman named Lady Jane is forced into a marriage and finds herself on a perilous sea voyage.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Implied intimacy and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore20

Threats of violence and a shipwreck create peril.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

The sea voyage and potential dangers create some suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Lady Jane shows courage in navigating her difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme or element in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Romantic feelings develop between the main characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The concepts of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.

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