Whale
by David Lucas
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
A young boy named Whale struggles with his identity and his place in the world, finding solace in the ocean.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic feelings are explored between characters.
Some scenes depict bullying and emotional distress.
Mild profanity is used by some characters.
No blasphemous content is present in the narrative.
Themes of despair and feeling lost are present.
The protagonist experiences significant emotional struggles and suicidal ideation.
This book does not contain horror or scary elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative explores existential questions and personal meaning.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceWhale shows resilience in facing his challenges.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Whale seeks connection and understanding from others.
Some moments hint at the possibility of healing and moving forward.
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