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Aunt Jane's Nieces on the Ranch

Edith Van Dyne (1913)

SubgenreHistorical Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads3.7

Content levels

ViolenceNone
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

RacismClass Struggle

Protagonist archetypes

Multiple POVs

Synopsis

The story of racial tension on a California ranch, as one of the nieces and her progressive-minded husband employ a Mexican governess. Uncle John is not pleased with the arrangement and hires a white governess to replace her.

Is Aunt Jane's Nieces on the Ranch appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

This early 20th-century novel deals with racial tension and employment discrimination on a California ranch. Parents should be aware that the book reflects period attitudes about race and class that require contextual discussion.

What to know going in

This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include racism and class struggle.

Who'll love this

Readers interested in historical perspectives on family dynamics and social issues will find a story about standing up for what's right.

Tags

Domestic FictionSocial CommentaryEarly 20Th Century