The Darkdeep
by Ally Condie
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2018
A teenage girl discovers a hidden world beneath the ocean and a mysterious boy with secrets.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are romantic elements and kissing between characters.
There are moments of danger and peril in the underwater setting.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance use is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The underwater world and its creatures can be eerie.
There are elements of magic and supernatural abilities.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The magic system and world-building are not based on Christian principles.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in exploring the unknown.
Faith is not a theme in this book.
Romantic love and developing feelings are central to the plot.
Themes of trust and overcoming fear are present, but not explicit grace.
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