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Young Adults · Ages 15+

In a dark wood

by Michael Cadnum

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

A young woman finds herself lost and threatened in a dark, mysterious forest, facing both external dangers and internal fears.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

Sexual content is absent from this book.

Violence / Gore60

The protagonist faces physical threats and danger.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.

Scary / Disturbing70

The atmosphere is suspenseful and frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft30

There are hints of the supernatural or unknown.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

A somewhat ambiguous worldview is presented.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist demonstrates significant courage.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this book.

Love & Friendship20

Survival and self-preservation are primary concerns.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters learn through difficult experiences.

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