The Woman Who Rides Like a Man
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1986
Alanna of Trebond trains to become a knight in a world where women are forbidden to fight.
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.
Alanna fights and is wounded in training and battles.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is featured in the plot.
Some mild peril exists during Alanna's training.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story promotes courage and perseverance.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlanna shows immense courage in pursuing her dreams.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty to friends and duty is shown.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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