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Teens · Ages 13–15

Key to the prison

by Louise A. Vernon

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1968

A young girl named Sarah is imprisoned during the French Revolution and finds hope through faith.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

71/ 100

Shining

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

Sarah experiences the harsh realities of imprisonment and revolution.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing20

The historical setting and imprisonment can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is explicitly Christian, emphasizing God's providence.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No specific religious groups are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Sarah shows courage and resilience in the face of adversity.

Faith & Hope90

Sarah's strong Christian faith, prayer, and Scripture sustain her.

Love & Friendship40

Kindness and compassion are shown by some characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption70

Sarah's faith leads to hope and perseverance, reflecting God's grace.

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