The Postcard
by Tony Abbott
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A young boy named Simon travels to Australia after his mother's death and discovers a family secret.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and a mention of past violence.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
Some moments of suspense and unease.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview presented is generally neutral.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSimon shows courage in facing his new reality.
No explicit Christian faith elements are central.
Simon experiences familial love and connection.
Themes of understanding and acceptance are present.
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