Child bride
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
A young girl in 1930s China is forced into an arranged marriage and must navigate a difficult new life.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story deals with the realities of arranged marriage and its physical implications.
There are mentions of hardship and difficult living conditions.
No profanity is present in the narrative.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story is not scary or horror-themed.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is rooted in traditional Chinese culture and societal norms.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows resilience and courage in adapting to her circumstances.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The protagonist learns to love and care for her new family.
Themes of forgiveness are present but not central.
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