The Prince of Tides
by Pat Conroy
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1986
A man recounts his traumatic childhood and his sister's struggles with mental health and violence.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are explicit descriptions of sexual assault and relationships.
The book contains graphic depictions of violence and abuse.
Profanity is used frequently throughout the narrative.
Some mild blasphemy may be present in dialogue.
Substance abuse is a significant theme for several characters.
Suicide and self-harm are central to the plot and character arcs.
The psychological trauma can be disturbing for readers.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
Some minor LGBTQ+ themes may be present.
The worldview is largely secular and focuses on human experience.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display resilience in the face of immense hardship.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Familial love and its complexities are explored.
Themes of healing and coping with trauma are present.
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