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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Dark Tide

by Jennifer Donnelly

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

In a world where mermaids are real, a young woman named Anna discovers a dark secret about her past.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore40

There are scenes of peril, drowning, and violence.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some scenes involve danger and suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story focuses on mermaids, not occult practices.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a fantasy world with its own rules.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not mentioned or portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Anna shows courage in facing dangerous situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Developing romantic feelings are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some acts of kindness and protection occur.

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