Across the lines
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
During the Civil War, a young white woman and a Black man form an unlikely bond as they navigate the dangerous lines of segregation.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo explicit sexual content is present in the story.
The story depicts the violence and harshness of the Civil War.
Some mild profanity may be present reflecting the era.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The historical setting involves some tense and dangerous situations.
No occult or magical themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story addresses societal prejudice and injustice.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in challenging societal norms.
Faith is not a central theme in this narrative.
The story explores themes of empathy and human connection.
There are subtle themes of understanding and compassion.
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