Beyond the Burning Time
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1994
In 1692 Salem, a young girl named Kit is accused of witchcraft during the infamous trials.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from the story.
The threat of violence and unjust punishment is present.
Profanity is not used in the narrative.
Accusations of witchcraft and religious fervor are central.
Substance use is not depicted in the story.
The fear of death and imprisonment is a theme.
The atmosphere of fear and accusation can be unsettling.
Witchcraft accusations and beliefs are the driving force of the plot.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the story.
A rigid, fear-driven religious worldview is depicted.
Some religious figures are portrayed as zealous and unjust.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKit shows courage in the face of false accusations.
True Christian faith is overshadowed by religious extremism.
Some characters show loyalty and protectiveness.
Themes of injustice and wrongful accusation are explored.
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