A Frost in the Night
by Edith Baer
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1980
A young girl named Elsbeth faces hardship and finds solace during a difficult winter in her village.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in Elsbeth's story.
There are mentions of hardship and potential danger in the village.
No profanity is used by the characters in the narrative.
Blasphemous language or themes are absent from the text.
Substance use is not a theme within this story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The harsh winter conditions create a somber atmosphere.
Occult or magical elements are not part of the plot.
LGBTQ+ themes or characters are not present in this book.
The book does not promote any non-Christian worldviews.
No characters or groups are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElsbeth shows resilience in facing difficult circumstances.
There are subtle references to prayer and faith.
Family bonds and community support are evident.
There are moments of kindness and shared comfort.
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