Brooklyn Bridge
by Karen Hesse
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
This historical novel follows a young Jewish immigrant girl named Rachel who arrives in New York City in 1907 and faces challenges adapting to her new life.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and hardship are depicted during the journey and adjustment.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on cultural adjustment, not a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRachel shows courage in facing new challenges and adapting.
Family and community support are important themes.
Family love and the desire for belonging are central.
Themes of resilience and finding hope are present.
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