Long Road to Freedom
by Kate Messner
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2015
This is a historical account of the Underground Railroad, focusing on the experiences of enslaved people seeking freedom. It highlights their bravery and the risks involved.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from this historical account.
Depictions of slavery include brutality, capture, and escape.
Mild rough language may appear in historical quotes.
Some historical figures may have used religious language contextually.
The desperation of the situation might imply extreme measures.
The harshness of slavery could lead to despair.
The realities of slavery and escape can be disturbing.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this historical book.
The narrative centers on human agency and the pursuit of freedom.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceExtraordinary courage is shown by those seeking freedom.
Faith and prayer are mentioned as sources of strength.
Self-giving love is evident in those who helped escapees.
Themes of freedom, justice, and resilience are central.
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