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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The river road

by Meridel Le Sueur

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1954

A story about a young girl's experiences and observations in rural America.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some mild romantic interest and discussion of relationships occurs.

Violence / Gore10

Some depictions of hardship and social unrest are present.

Profanity / Language5

Minimal, mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this book.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present in this book.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality15

A secular, humanist worldview is subtly promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal5

Some societal critiques might indirectly touch on religious institutions.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship15

Themes of familial and community support are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Some instances of empathy and understanding are shown.

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