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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Fortune's Fool

by Kathleen Karr

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young woman disguises herself as a boy to survive and seek fortune in the Elizabethan era.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension and implied attraction exist, but no explicit scenes.

Violence / Gore30

Some peril, sword fights, and threats of violence occur.

Profanity / Language10

Infrequent, mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some tense situations and mild peril may be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on survival and ambition.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not depicted in this secular story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist shows significant courage and resourcefulness in her disguise.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a significant element in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Developing romantic interest and some loyalty are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of resilience and achieving goals are present.

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