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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Drowning Summer

by C.L. Herman

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

In a coastal town plagued by a mysterious summer illness, a young girl uncovers dark secrets and a supernatural threat.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore30

The illness and its effects are disturbing and unsettling.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing70

The story features a pervasive sense of dread and horror.

Occult & Witchcraft60

Supernatural elements and unsettling rituals are central.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on folklore and horror.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in investigating the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Family relationships are a minor focus.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are explored.

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