Under the Surface
by Diana Urban
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
A teenage girl's life unravels when she becomes entangled in a dangerous web of secrets and lies surrounding her family and a mysterious lake.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are romantic relationships with kissing and some implied intimacy.
The story includes suspenseful and potentially violent confrontations.
Profanity is used in the dialogue.
Blasphemy is absent.
Substance use is absent.
Suicide and self-harm are absent.
The narrative builds suspense and contains frightening moments.
Occult or witchcraft elements are absent.
LGBTQ+ prominence and affirmation are absent.
The focus is on human relationships and secrets.
God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show determination in uncovering truths.
True Christian faith is absent.
Themes of family relationships and loyalty are explored.
Themes of uncovering secrets and facing consequences are present.
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