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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Dark waters

by Catherine MacPhail

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

A teenage girl named Sarah moves to a remote island and uncovers dark secrets about its past.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

0/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore20

Some implied danger and tense situations occur.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing60

The atmosphere is suspenseful and can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

Sarah displays courage in facing the island's mysteries.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element.

Love & Friendship0

Themes of uncovering truth and resilience are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story focuses on investigation and overcoming fear.

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