The plum-rain scroll
by Ruth Manley
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
A young girl in 19th-century China discovers a mysterious scroll that leads her on an adventure to save her village.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and conflict occur during the adventure.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
Some tense moments exist during the quest.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story presents a neutral worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMeilin shows courage facing challenges to protect her home.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
Meilin demonstrates love for her family and village.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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