Before we were free
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
A young girl in the Dominican Republic grapples with political turmoil and her family's involvement in the resistance.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The story depicts political unrest and its consequences.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The focus is on historical and political themes.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story touches on political ideologies and resistance.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters demonstrate courage in the face of oppression.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Family loyalty and love are significant themes.
Themes of hope and resilience are present.
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