Esther
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2009
This historical novel retells the biblical story of Esther, a Jewish orphan who becomes queen of Persia and saves her people from genocide.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Shining
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Shining
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mordecai is threatened, and Haman plots widespread violence against the Jews.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
The story is based on biblical accounts.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The story does not contain scary elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The narrative promotes a biblical worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceEsther bravely risks her life to save her people.
Esther's faith and reliance on God are central to the plot.
Esther shows deep love and loyalty to her people and Mordecai.
God's providence and deliverance are evident throughout the story.
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