Leslie Ross, or, Fond of a lark
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1871
A spirited young woman named Leslie Ross navigates societal expectations and seeks adventure.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo explicit sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril and adventurous scrapes occur.
Profanity is not used in the text.
Blasphemy is absent from the narrative.
Substance use is not depicted in the book.
Suicide or self-harm is not a theme.
Scary or horror elements are not present.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the book.
A Victorian-era worldview with some social critique is present.
Christians are present but not always central to the plot.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLeslie shows courage in defying conventions.
Faith is a background element, not a primary focus.
Friendship and familial affection are depicted.
Forgiveness is shown in some character interactions.
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