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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Dreams and Drummers

by Doris Buchanan Smith

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1978

A young girl in the 1970s grapples with her family's past and her own identity, finding solace in music and nature.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

30/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

A budding romantic relationship is depicted.

Violence / Gore20

The story includes themes of domestic conflict and emotional distress.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The novel explores the impact of past trauma on families.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show strength in confronting difficult truths.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a primary focus, but characters seek meaning.

Love & Friendship50

Family bonds and the search for connection are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of healing and personal growth are explored.

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