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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Dark water

by Laura McNeal

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young girl named Sarah is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in a mysterious coastal town with a dark past.

Concern Level

43/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore20

There are mentions of past tragedies and unsettling events.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing60

The atmosphere is eerie and suspenseful, with unsettling discoveries.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on mystery and secrets.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah shows courage in uncovering the town's secrets.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Family relationships and trust are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story emphasizes uncovering truth and confronting the past.

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