To keep the South Manitou light
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
This historical novel tells the story of a young girl's life and responsibilities at the South Manitou Island lighthouse.
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.
Mild peril related to storms and the sea is present.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The isolation and harshness of the environment can be unsettling.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist demonstrates resilience and responsibility.
Faith is a subtle element, not explicitly Christian.
Familial love and duty are important themes.
Themes of perseverance and duty are present.
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