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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Slave Girl

by Patricia McKissack

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

This historical fiction novel follows a young enslaved girl named Eliza as she navigates the harsh realities of her life and seeks freedom.

Concern Level

47/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

33/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is depicted.

Violence / Gore70

The violence of slavery, including beatings and separation, is depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The focus is on historical hardship, not scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story depicts the injustice of slavery, not a specific worldview promotion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Eliza demonstrates immense courage and resilience in her struggle for freedom.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is a source of comfort for some characters, but not central.

Love & Friendship60

Love and loyalty are shown in family bonds and friendships.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Hope and perseverance are present, but not explicit repentance themes.

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