Drowning Anna
by Sue Mayfield
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
Anna, a young girl, struggles with her identity and her family's expectations after her mother's death and her father's remarriage.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are hints of romantic relationships and kissing.
Emotional distress and conflict are present.
Mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is used.
Anna experiences significant emotional pain and despair.
Anna contemplates self-harm due to her distress.
The story is emotionally intense but not scary.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are included in the story.
The book does not promote non-Christian worldviews.
There are no negative portrayals of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAnna shows resilience in navigating difficult circumstances.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
Family relationships and the search for belonging are explored.
The story touches on themes of healing and finding hope.
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