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Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival — Content Guide for Parents

By Polo TateBlackstone PubISBN 9781982537630
Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival

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Sexual identity
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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

A young adult memoir of surviving sexual abuse in the Air Force Academy. This is a story that needs to be told and refuses to go away. I want to be in the Air Force someday—these are the words Polo Tate engraves on her junior dog tags at age eleven, an unpopular dream for most young girls, but her hard work pays off and at eighteen, Polo finds herself in basic training at the United States Air Force Academy. She does everything right, except fly under the radar. No one prepares her for what comes next: physical, sexual, and emotional abuse at the hands of her superiors; harassment from her peers, who refuse to believe her story. Deep Dark Blue is more than a memoir about sexual assault. Its about breaking boundaries but also setting them. Its about learning to trust your instincts. Its a story of survival, resilience, and finally, finding your joy.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The memoir recounts experiences of physical and sexual abuse that Polo Tate endured during her time at the Air Force Academy. This includes detailed descriptions of assaults and the psychological impact of these events. The memoir includes disturbing content related to sexual assault and the psychological trauma associated with it, which can be considered frightening and intense for readers.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have violence?

    The memoir recounts experiences of physical and sexual abuse that Polo Tate endured during her time at the Air Force Academy. This includes detailed descriptions of assaults and the psychological impact of these events.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have scary content?

    The memoir includes disturbing content related to sexual assault and the psychological trauma associated with it, which can be considered frightening and intense for readers.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies within the narrative.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes or discussions are present in the book's narrative. The focus is primarily on personal experiences of abuse rather than racial issues.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have profanity?

    The memoir is described as having a brash and jarring vernacular, which includes profanity. Specific instances of swearing are noted, indicating that the language is part of the narrative style.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have climate change?

    No climate themes or environmental issues are discussed in the book. The narrative focuses on personal survival and experiences rather than climate-related topics.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have sexual identity?

    The memoir discusses sexual abuse and harassment in detail, highlighting the experiences of sexual assault that Tate faced. It emphasizes the themes of power dynamics in sexual violence.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have gender roles?

    The memoir critiques the gender dynamics within the military context, noting how feminine attributes are derided and masculine strength is valued. This reflects traditional gender roles and expectations.

  • Does Deep Dark Blue: A Memoir of Survival have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes explicitly mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results primarily focus on the memoir's content regarding survival from sexual abuse rather than LGBTQ+ representation.