The Carpenter's Daughter
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1872
A young orphan girl named Ellen lives a difficult life but finds solace and strength in her faith and hard work.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Shining
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Shining
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical novel.
The story depicts hardship and poverty, but not graphic violence.
No profanity is present in this historical novel.
No blasphemy is present in this historical novel.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.
No scary elements are present in this historical novel.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this historical novel.
The worldview is strongly Christian, emphasizing God's providence.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively in this novel.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceEllen demonstrates courage in enduring her difficult circumstances.
TRUE Christian faith, prayer, and Scripture are central to Ellen's life.
Ellen shows self-giving love through kindness and compassion.
Themes of God's grace, mercy, and the importance of repentance are present.
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