Before Wings
by Beth Goobie
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
A young girl named Sarah discovers she has wings and must learn to control her new abilities while dealing with bullying.
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 this book.
Sarah experiences emotional bullying and distress.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance abuse is depicted in this book.
Sarah experiences significant emotional distress and feelings of worthlessness.
The bullying and Sarah's isolation can be upsetting.
Sarah's wings are a supernatural, magical element.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
Focuses on internal struggles and magical abilities.
No negative portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah finds courage to accept herself and her abilities.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Sarah learns to love herself and finds supportive friendships.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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