The White Mountains (The Tripods #1)
by Sam Youd
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1967
In a future society, children are implanted with devices that control their minds, and a boy rebels.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The Masters exert control and there is implied threat of punishment.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
The idea of mind control and the Masters can be unsettling.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The society's control over individuals suggests a secular worldview.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceWill and his friends show courage in their escape and journey.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in this book.
Loyalty and friendship are shown between the boys on their journey.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present in this book.
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