By royal command
by Mary Hooper
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
A young woman named Anne is forced into a marriage with a cruel nobleman. She must find a way to escape her fate and protect her family.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic tension and kissing are present.
There are threats and emotional conflict.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is focused on societal norms of the era.
No specific portrayal of Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAnne shows courage in defying her forced marriage.
Faith is not a central theme in this historical novel.
Familial love and the pursuit of true love are important.
Themes of resilience and seeking freedom are present.
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