Barefoot, Escape on the Underground Railroad
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A young enslaved girl named Eliza escapes to freedom via the Underground Railroad, facing dangers and finding help along the way.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Eliza faces the threat of capture and the harsh realities of slavery.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The pursuit by slave catchers creates suspense and fear.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story highlights the injustice of slavery and the pursuit of freedom.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present; some Christians help Eliza.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceEliza demonstrates immense courage in her escape to freedom.
Faith is a source of strength for some characters aiding Eliza.
Characters show love by risking their safety to help Eliza.
The story implies a need for repentance regarding slavery.
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