Bound to Rise
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1873
The story of Tom Brown, an orphan who rises from poverty to success through hard work, integrity, and good fortune in 19th-century America.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom shows perseverance and courage in overcoming obstacles.
Moral principles and integrity are emphasized.
Tom's kindness and helpfulness are noted.
The book champions hard work, honesty, and self-reliance.
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