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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The Innkeeper's Daughter

by Barbara Cohen

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1976

In medieval England, a young woman named Elsbeth navigates societal expectations, family duty, and a budding romance while working at an inn.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

38/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic tension and implied affection are present.

Violence / Gore10

Some descriptions of hardship and potential conflict exist.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story reflects a historical Christian worldview without overt promotion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Elsbeth shows quiet strength in managing her responsibilities.

Faith & Hope30

Christian faith is part of the historical setting and characters' lives.

Love & Friendship50

Familial duty and developing romantic love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of duty, loyalty, and finding one's path are present.

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