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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Won by waiting

by Edna Lyall

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1800

A historical novel detailing the struggles and faith of a young woman during times of religious persecution.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

72/ 100

Shining

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the novel.

Violence / Gore30

Depicts historical persecution and hardship.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some scenes may be unsettling due to persecution.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is explicitly Christian and faith-based.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Characters demonstrate immense courage in their faith.

Faith & Hope90

True Christian faith, prayer, and Scripture are central.

Love & Friendship50

Themes of love for God and fellow believers are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption60

Themes of grace, mercy, and endurance are present.

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