The Age of Innocence
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1920
Newland Archer navigates the rigid social circles of 1870s New York, torn between his fiancée May Welland and the unconventional Countess Olenska.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMature themes of societal expectations and forbidden desire are present.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The story does not contain scary elements.
No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The worldview presented is secular and societal.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNewland shows some courage in defying societal norms.
No Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.
Newland experiences complex romantic feelings and loyalties.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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