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My daughter who is 11 wants to read this. She has read Hunger games, Divergent, Fault in our stars and they have all been fine. I read fluke so long ago that I cant remember if there is anything that would make this non age appropriate. thoughts?

Monica Christopher Moore is a fan of sexual innuendo in a way that some people may not be comfortable with for their kids to read. For example, the whaley bo…moreChristopher Moore is a fan of sexual innuendo in a way that some people may not be comfortable with for their kids to read. For example, the whaley boys have retractable and prehensile 'members' that they like to wave around. And there is a fairly graphic scene involving 2 biologist researchers and 2 male whales mistaking their zodiac for a female whale. However, it is ultimately up to you as the parent to determine how much your daughter can handle. Personally, I probably wouldn't have found this funny at 11, but at 15 I probably would have. (less)

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I want to read this book for an AP English course but I was wondering what themes are in this book?

Mike Manzer Your class might be over now, but I can mention a few if you like. :) I think the book speaks to the complexity of nature and the general goodness of …moreYour class might be over now, but I can mention a few if you like. :) I think the book speaks to the complexity of nature and the general goodness of the nature, how nature is a beneficial, positive force in our lives. I also think there is something about how the basic goodness and inner decency of people is more important than other factors like education and background (and even drug use) and how well-intentioned people can make a difference and change the world for the better.
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I read lamb, is it anywhere as good?

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Calificación 3.5 Estrellas, es un libro bastante interesante que busca resolver la pregunta ¿Porque cantan las ballenas?, que si responde la pregunta al final del libro y como siempre al autor le gusta jugar con aspectos imaginarios y de ciencia ficción conviandos con un poco de humor. Al contrario de otros libros este es el que menos risas me saco, claro que me entretuvo pero no fue tan significativo como otros titul

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