The Well
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
Set in Mississippi during the Depression, this novel follows a young girl's experiences and observations of racial injustice and family life.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The story depicts the harsh realities of racial prejudice and its consequences.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance abuse is depicted in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this book.
No scary content is present in this book.
No occult elements are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The narrative implicitly critiques racial injustice from a moral standpoint.
No negative portrayal of Christians is present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe characters show courage in enduring and navigating difficult times.
The story focuses on human resilience and justice, not Christian faith.
Strong themes of family love and community support are evident.
Themes of grace and repentance are not central to this story.
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