I Thought My Soul Would Rise and Fly
by Joyce Hansen
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
This novel tells the story of Sarah, a young girl in the 1850s, who faces hardship and finds strength in her faith and resilience.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Depicts the hardships and challenges of the era.
Minimal or no profanity is present.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
The story does not involve suicide or self-harm.
The historical setting can be somber.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows resilience and inner strength.
Sarah's faith in God is a central theme.
Sarah shows love for her family and community.
Themes of perseverance and hope are present.
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