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Is this book appropriate for young teens? I have not read it yet.

Alesha Writing as a somewhat sheltering and traditional mom, I would say the series is more appropriate for 15 year-olds, but the first book "Ruby Red" would…moreWriting as a somewhat sheltering and traditional mom, I would say the series is more appropriate for 15 year-olds, but the first book "Ruby Red" would be appropriate for a 13 year-old. The other two books have content that is a bit more mature. The series is adventurous and delightful; I loved reading it a couple of times. Here is a description of the content that worried me for my daughters:

Ruby Red: light language; short violence in a sword fighting scene (in self defense) including the heroine stabbing someone and seeing another dead body; mention of the heroine wearing a tight shirt and short skirt because she is wearing her too small school uniform, and one kissing scene.

Sapphire Blue: light language; talk of low-necklines (in the context of décolletage in 18th century dresses); a mild groping scene in the 18th century; heavy kissing on a couch; a surface-level discussion of sex with the heroine and her grandfather (the essence being that sex is now common); a scene where the heroine unknowingly drinks spiked punch, gets drunk, and then behaves foolishly; and talk of a more mature and loose women being told to share her sexual "experience" with the hero.

Emerald Green: light language, some violence in the context of sword fighting, blood, and shooting; heavy kissing; the heroine and her best friend talking about the heroine wanting to "spending the night" with her boyfriend...but it never happens; a teenage party scene where the attendees are mostly drunk (thanks to someone secretly spiking the punch) and then the drunk teens doing foolish things such as making out and singing karaoke on a table; and lastly, there is a scene where the heroine is almost forced to take drugs by the villainous sidekick, but doesn't.

Throughout the series the heroine is sometimes belittled and dismissed by men and some family members. However, other characters rally around her, help her, and demonstrate their love for her. Women were not taken seriously throughout history and this is a theme throughout the series. So the belittling did not bother me, especially considering the ending.(less)

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Hey! Is this book appropriate for a 16/17 year old? I've read reviews for it that say it is more of a younger teens book (around 13). Thanks :)

Lina Yes it is! I read it when I was 18, it might be a light read when you are older but entertaining nonetheless!
…moreYes it is! I read it when I was 18, it might be a light read when you are older but entertaining nonetheless!
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I loved this trilogy too much... I need help! Are there any books like Ruby Red trilogy to read? Because fantasy, romance and adventure is totally my style. Please, like please if you know about a book like this tell me :) I would love some recommendations

Yousra El-gaafarawy Omg gosh where do I begin??
There is the creepy hollow series, Vampire academy/bloodline series, dragonian series, the Selection, unearthly series, mo…moreOmg gosh where do I begin??
There is the creepy hollow series, Vampire academy/bloodline series, dragonian series, the Selection, unearthly series, mortal instruments/infernal devices series, the iron fey series, maybe you’ll like violet eden series
All these contain fantasy but have a healthy dose of romance and defs some adventure! I loved this series too so many we got the same taste. Got any suggestions for me? (less)

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How are girl about time and ruby red related??

Siobhan it's because gwyneth is the ruby which is the last time traveler in a secret society…moreit's because gwyneth is the ruby which is the last time traveler in a secret society(less)

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Is there a movie version of it? I've already finish this but I want to read it again..

Danelle There is a movie version of all three books in the trilogy, unfortunately, they are in German. However, you can find either English subtitled versions…moreThere is a movie version of all three books in the trilogy, unfortunately, they are in German. However, you can find either English subtitled versions or ones with an English voice over if you’d prefer that to the original German. I am not sure where you could watch them but I believe a quick google search will have the answers you need. 😊(less)

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