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Young Adults · Ages 15+

A Dream So Dark

by L.L. McKinney

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2019

A young Black girl named Adina discovers she is a descendant of powerful witches and must fight a dark force.

Concern Level

80/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some romantic elements and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore50

Magical battles and threats of harm occur.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is a focus.

Scary / Disturbing40

The magical threats and dark forces can be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft90

The story heavily features witchcraft, spells, and magical covens.

Sexuality & Gender Themes20

The protagonist's identity and heritage are explored.

Worldview & Spirituality70

The narrative centers on pagan magic and witchcraft as power.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Adina displays courage in embracing her powers and fighting.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent; the focus is on magic.

Love & Friendship40

Loyalty to friends and family is a driving force.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of redemption are not central.

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