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Can a 14yr old girl read this or is it an adult only book?

Brooke There are adult themes - sex, drugs, & rock 'n roll - but the entire story is told through the eyes of a sheltered 14 year old girl, so it is not as "…moreThere are adult themes - sex, drugs, & rock 'n roll - but the entire story is told through the eyes of a sheltered 14 year old girl, so it is not as "in your face" as it would be if told by an adult. You see the world and interpret it through Mary Jane's eyes, using her limited knowledge of and experience with adult subjects.(less)

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Did anyone try to think of real life people who fit the descriptions of the singer and actress described in the book?

Erin Yes! I imagined her as a hybrid of Cher, mostly, with the upbringing and family life of Marie Osmond. Kind of a random combo 😊.

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I'm looking for bookclub questions for Mary Jane. Any out there?

Andrea Ratcliff

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Tracey Curtis Mary Jane's mother approved of Mrs. Cone getting a divorce because it confirmed fer belief that the family was dysfunctional. The song written by Jimm…moreMary Jane's mother approved of Mrs. Cone getting a divorce because it confirmed fer belief that the family was dysfunctional. The song written by Jimmy didn't have curse words, so she could listen and approve. Perhaps Mrs. Dillard was able to come around-let's hope so since Mary Jane still has 4 more years of living with her folks!(less)

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Anyone else wondering what the future holds for not only Mary Jane, but also her mother?

Tiffany

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