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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Ballad of Dinah Caldwell

by Kate Brauning

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A young woman in 1840s New York navigates societal expectations, family pressures, and a forbidden romance.

Concern Level

16/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Romantic tension and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore5

Minor conflicts and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story reflects societal norms of the 1840s.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Dinah shows determination in pursuing her own path.

Faith & Hope10

References to societal religious practices may appear.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships and romantic love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn from their choices and experiences.

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