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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Dreams Underfoot (Newford, #1)

by Charles de Lint

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A young woman named Gebran discovers a hidden world beneath the city of Newford, where magic and music intertwine.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic tension exists between characters without explicit scenes.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and conflict occur in the magical underworld.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some unsettling magical elements and creatures create mild unease.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story heavily features magic, spirits, and folklore-based supernatural elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The worldview is primarily secular with a strong emphasis on folklore and magic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters show courage in facing unknown magical threats.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Some platonic and familial love is shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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