Mary Grant, or, The secret fault
by Mrs. Mary Martha (Butt) Sherwood
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1828
A young girl named Mary Grant grapples with her pride and a secret fault, learning lessons about humility and obedience.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical novel.
No violence is depicted in Mary Grant's story.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story of Mary Grant is not scary.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not included.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical work.
The worldview presented aligns with Christian principles.
Christians are portrayed positively in this story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMary Grant learns about the courage to admit fault.
Faith is implied through moral lessons and obedience.
Family affection is present, but not central.
Lessons on repentance and humility are subtly woven in.
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