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Teens · Ages 13–17

Priscilla Pentecost

by Barbara Willard

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1970

In 17th-century England, Priscilla Pentecost is a young girl who finds herself caught between her family's loyalty to the Crown and the growing Puritan movement.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some depictions of historical conflict and unrest occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

The historical setting has some tense moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story is historically grounded, not promoting a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Priscilla shows courage in navigating family and societal pressures.

Faith & Hope20

Religious beliefs are part of the historical context.

Love & Friendship20

Family loyalty and affection are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of loyalty and duty are present.

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