The Summer I Drowned
by Taylor Hale
Age rating: Ages 16–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
A young woman named Maya is drawn into a dark and dangerous world after a traumatic event, struggling with her past.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome suggestive themes and romantic elements are present.
The story involves disturbing events and potential violence.
Moderate profanity may be present due to the dark themes.
Some language may be considered disrespectful towards faith.
Themes of despair and coping with trauma are present.
Self-harm and suicidal ideation are explored by Maya.
The atmosphere is dark, scary, and psychologically intense.
Supernatural elements and dark forces are central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in Maya's story.
The supernatural elements are presented as dangerous forces.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMaya's struggle is internal, not always outward courage.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Relationships are strained by trauma and dark influences.
Maya's journey involves confronting her past mistakes.
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