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Teens · Ages 13–17

How to win love, or, Rhoda's lesson

by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1848

Rhoda, a proud and selfish young woman, learns humility and kindness through her experiences with the impoverished family of Mr. and Mrs. Penrose.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

42/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this 19th-century novel.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in Rhoda's story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative promotes Christian values without promoting a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are portrayed positively through their actions and faith.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Rhoda shows some courage in facing her pride.

Faith & Hope30

Christian principles guide the characters' moral development.

Love & Friendship70

Rhoda learns self-giving love through her interactions with the Penroses.

Forgiveness & Redemption60

The story emphasizes repentance and mercy through Rhoda's transformation.

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