
Viaduct Child
by Patrick Wood
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
Viaduct Child is a historical novel set in London during World War II, following a young orphan who navigates the dangers and hardships of wartime.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
The Blitz and wartime dangers are depicted.
Occasional mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The bombing raids and wartime conditions are frightening.
Occult themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows resilience and courage during wartime.
Faith and prayer are mentioned as sources of comfort.
Acts of kindness and support among characters show love.
Hope and perseverance are key themes.
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