The Sterkarm handshake
by Susan Price
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
A young girl travels back in time to 17th-century Scotland and must navigate a dangerous world to return home.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are descriptions of historical violence and conflict.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The historical setting and potential dangers create some suspense.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on historical events and personal survival.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage facing historical dangers.
Faith is not a central theme, but survival is key.
Family bonds and loyalty are important to the characters.
The story emphasizes resilience and overcoming adversity.
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