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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Duchessina

by Carolyn Meyer

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

In 16th-century Italy, a young woman named Isabella navigates courtly life, arranged marriages, and her own desires as she grows into adulthood.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Kissing and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore10

Some descriptions of political intrigue and potential danger exist.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not contain any occult elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story reflects the worldview of Renaissance Italy, including religious aspects.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Isabella shows some courage in asserting her feelings.

Faith & Hope10

Religious practices of the time are part of the setting.

Love & Friendship40

Romantic love and familial affection are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Lessons about duty, desire, and societal expectations are present.

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