The Dark Waters of Time (Dark Man)
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
Alex confronts a shadowy entity and its dark influence, which threatens his family and his own sanity.
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 the story.
There are descriptions of psychological torment and some physical threats.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
The protagonist experiences significant psychological distress.
The protagonist's mental state deteriorates, bordering on self-harm.
The story features intense psychological horror and disturbing imagery.
The narrative heavily involves dark supernatural forces and entities.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story explores dark themes without a clear moral or religious framework.
Christians and God are not mentioned in the narrative.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex displays significant courage against overwhelming darkness.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Alex's desire to protect his family shows some selfless love.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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