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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Deep River Dark

by Dan Gremminger Bradley Harding

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young man named Bradley Harding grapples with his faith and family legacy after his father's death.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

53/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Brief mentions of past relationships and attraction exist.

Violence / Gore10

Some intense emotional conflict and a brief physical altercation occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found within the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative promotes a Christian worldview without opposition.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are portrayed positively throughout the story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Bradley shows courage in facing his grief and doubts.

Faith & Hope70

Faith in God and prayer are central to Bradley's journey.

Love & Friendship40

Familial love and the desire for connection are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Themes of forgiveness and finding peace are explored.

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