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Teens · Ages 13–17

The river bend country

by Muriel Newton-White

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1982

This historical fiction novel follows the lives and challenges of a family in rural America during a difficult time.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore20

Characters face hardships and some tense situations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story depicts a secular, rural American life.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not specifically portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters demonstrate resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Family members show strong bonds and support.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters learn to cope with life's challenges.

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