Yankee privateer
by Andre Norton
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1955
A young woman is captured by pirates and forced to serve on their ship, eventually becoming a privateer.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic tension and awareness of attraction exist.
Pirate battles and shipboard conflicts involve violence.
Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
Some tense situations and dangers at sea occur.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story depicts a historical period with its own norms.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist displays significant courage and resourcefulness.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty and camaraderie develop among the crew.
Characters learn to adapt and survive in harsh conditions.
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