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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Frank Harper, or, Beginning life

by Alexander, James W.

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1871

This 1871 novel follows Frank Harper's journey as he begins his adult life, facing moral choices and seeking success.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

45/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this novel.

Violence / Gore10

Mild instances of conflict and hardship are depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality60

The story promotes a clear Victorian Christian worldview and morality.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are portrayed positively as striving for righteousness.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Frank shows courage in making difficult moral decisions.

Faith & Hope50

Faith is presented as a guiding principle for life choices.

Love & Friendship30

Familial respect and general goodwill are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Themes of integrity, hard work, and moral rectitude are central.

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