Dove and Sword
by Nancy Garden
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
A young Joan of Arc experiences visions and leads the French army against the English during the Hundred Years' War.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The book depicts battles, injuries, and the harsh realities of war.
No profanity is present in this book.
Joan's visions are presented as divine, bordering on religious experiences.
No substance use is depicted in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this book.
The depiction of war and its consequences can be intense.
No occult themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The story centers on faith and divine guidance.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJoan displays immense courage leading soldiers into battle.
Joan's faith and divine visions are central to the narrative.
Joan shows love for her country and people.
The narrative touches on themes of conviction and purpose.
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