The dam
by David Almond
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2018
A young girl named Star lives in a village near a mysterious dam, experiencing a strange and transformative event.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Mild peril is experienced by Star near the dam.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is featured in the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The dam and its effects can be unsettling.
Mysterious, almost supernatural forces are at play near the dam.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story explores spiritual or mystical elements outside of Christianity.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceStar shows bravery in confronting the unknown.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Connections and care for family are shown.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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