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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Dark Silence

by Maureen Wartski

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1993

A teenage girl named Sarah, who is deaf, is drawn into a dangerous mystery involving a serial killer and a cult, forcing her to confront her fears.

Concern Level

75/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some implied romantic tension exists between characters.

Violence / Gore70

The story depicts murder, stalking, and violent threats.

Profanity / Language40

Mild profanity is present in dialogue.

Blasphemy20

Some discussion of dark spiritual matters occurs.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a focus of the plot.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Themes of fear and potential harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing80

The book contains suspenseful and frightening scenes.

Occult & Witchcraft60

Cult activity and dark rituals are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The book explores themes of good versus evil and spiritual darkness.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not depicted in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Sarah displays significant courage in facing danger.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Some protective instincts are shown towards others.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story focuses more on survival than redemption.

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