The Great Plague
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
This historical fiction novel follows a young girl's experiences during the Great Plague of London in the 17th century.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical account.
The realities of the plague, including death and suffering, are depicted.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The descriptions of illness and death can be unsettling.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
Some historical superstitions might be mentioned briefly.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show resilience in the face of widespread illness.
Characters may express faith or prayer in their struggles.
Family bonds and community support are shown.
Themes of survival and enduring hardship are present.
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