Time of trial. Illustrated by Victor G. Ambrus
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1972
During wartime, a young girl named Katy faces hardship and displacement with resilience.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from the book.
The impact of war, including bombings, is described.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
Blasphemy is absent from the story.
Substance abuse is not a theme.
Suicide or self-harm is not depicted.
The war setting can be unsettling.
Occult themes are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the book.
A non-Christian worldview is not promoted.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKaty demonstrates significant courage and adaptability.
Christian faith elements are absent from the story.
Family bonds are tested but present.
Resilience in the face of adversity is shown.
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