The time-travelling cat and the Roman eagle
by Julia Jarman
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A young girl named Chloe travels back in time to Roman Britain and befriends a Roman soldier named Marcus.
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.
There are descriptions of Roman battles and skirmishes.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
Some mild peril exists during historical conflicts.
No occult themes are explored.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on historical events, not a specific worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceChloe shows courage in navigating a new time and culture.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this historical narrative.
Friendship develops between Chloe and Marcus.
Themes of grace and mercy are not explicitly explored.
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