Creed country
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1969
A young girl in rural 1960s America grapples with her family's strict religious beliefs and her own burgeoning desires.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are discussions of attraction and some implied romantic interest.
No violence is depicted within the story.
No profanity is present in the text.
Religious language and discussions of God are frequent and central.
The book does not feature themes of suicide or self-harm.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The narrative is not designed to be frightening or scary.
Occult or witchcraft elements are absent from the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book.
The narrative strongly emphasizes a specific, conservative Christian worldview.
Christians are portrayed as the central, positive figures.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters demonstrate courage in questioning and adhering to their beliefs.
True Christian faith, prayer, and scripture are central to the plot.
Family love and devotion are important themes explored.
Themes of repentance and seeking forgiveness are present.
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