Promises
by Kate William
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
A young woman named Sarah struggles with her past and the secrets of her family, leading her to a remote island.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are hints of romantic relationships and emotional intimacy.
Some emotional distress and conflict are present.
No profanity is used by the characters in the story.
Blasphemous language is absent from the narrative.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story does not contain any scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes and representation are not present.
The story focuses on personal and family issues, not a worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows some resilience in facing her family's past.
Christian faith elements like prayer or scripture are absent.
Family bonds and developing romantic feelings are present.
Themes of grace and repentance are not central to the plot.
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