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Teens · Ages 13–17

Flame-Colored Taffeta

by Rosemary Sutcliff

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1986

A young girl in Roman Britain finds a magical cloak that transports her through time and space.

Concern Level

48/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

Some historical conflict and danger are depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some moments of peril might be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The magical cloak and its properties are central.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The magic system presents a non-traditional worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians occurs.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The protagonist shows great courage facing unknown dangers.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Themes of loyalty and friendship are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Minor instances of learning and adaptation occur.

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