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Teens · Ages 12–17

Sense and Sensibility

by Jane Austen

Age rating: Ages 12–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Following their father's death, the Dashwood sisters must navigate the social pressures of 19th-century England while seeking love and financial security.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

45/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Romantic tension is expressed through conversation, longing looks, and very chaste social interactions.

Violence / Gore10

A duel occurs off-page between Colonel Brandon and Willoughby with no graphic details.

Profanity / Language0

There is no modern profanity or vulgar language used in the text.

Blasphemy5

Occasional period-appropriate exclamations like 'Good God' are used as expressions of surprise.

Substance Use5

Characters occasionally consume wine or spirits during dinner and social gatherings.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

There are no instances of self-harm or suicide content.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no frightening or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

There are no occult or supernatural elements in this realistic social drama.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

The book focuses exclusively on traditional heterosexual courtship and marriage.

Worldview & Spirituality15

The story operates within a traditional moral framework emphasizing social duty and personal virtue.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

While some clergymen are portrayed as socially ambitious, the church is respected as an institution.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Elinor shows great emotional fortitude by suppressing her own grief to support her family.

Faith & Hope25

Characters operate within a Christian society, though personal piety is mostly a background assumption.

Love & Friendship75

The bond between Elinor and Marianne demonstrates deep, sacrificial sisterly devotion and loyalty.

Forgiveness & Redemption60

Characters must learn to forgive past slights and accept the growth of others.

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