The priests of Ferris
by Maurice Gee
Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
In the town of Ferris, a group of boys forms a gang and engages in increasingly dangerous activities. Their actions have serious consequences for themselves and the community.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome implied sexual encounters and references.
Significant violence, including fights and serious injury.
Frequent and strong profanity is used.
Some blasphemous language is present.
Mention of potential self-harm due to despair.
Themes of hopelessness and despair are present.
Some tense and unsettling situations occur.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
A bleak and cynical worldview is depicted.
Authority figures are sometimes portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSome characters show courage in facing consequences.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty and camaraderie among the boys are shown.
Consequences of actions are a central theme.
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