Ties that bind, ties that break
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
A young woman in 19th-century China navigates societal expectations and her own desires for education and independence.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentA brief mention of a potential romantic interest exists.
Some mild physical altercations occur between characters.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story does not contain any scary elements.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story presents traditional Chinese cultural values that may differ from Western perspectives.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in pursuing her education against odds.
Religious faith is not a central theme for the characters.
Family love and loyalty are important themes throughout the book.
The concept of forgiveness is touched upon in interpersonal conflicts.
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