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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

A bride for Anna's Papa

by Isabel R. Marvin

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

Anna, a young woman in the 1800s, faces societal pressures and personal desires as she considers marriage and her future.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

29/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic affection is depicted between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story reflects societal norms of the historical period.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Anna shows some courage in considering her choices.

Faith & Hope20

Religious faith is a background element of the era.

Love & Friendship50

Anna grapples with romantic love and familial love.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

There are subtle themes of understanding and forgiveness.

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