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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Where the sharks are

by Duncan Maxfield

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

This book follows a young protagonist navigating dangerous waters and facing unexpected challenges.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore50

The protagonist faces dangerous sharks and survival threats.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The survival situations can be tense and frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist demonstrates significant courage in perilous situations.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this narrative.

Love & Friendship20

Some familial love is shown, but not central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not prominent.

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