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Teens · Ages 13–17

Maria escapes

by Gillian Avery

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1992

Maria, a young girl, escapes a difficult situation and finds refuge with a kind family.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

33/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Maria experiences difficult and potentially dangerous circumstances.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The circumstances Maria escapes from can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on human resilience and kindness.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Maria shows immense courage in escaping her situation.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme, but hope is present.

Love & Friendship50

The kindness of the family who helps Maria is a key element.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

The story highlights themes of compassion and second chances.

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