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claire1 asked this question about Alex, Approximately:
Is this ok for a 12(almost 13) year old? I have read many YA books so I was wondering, if it was good or no good. Thx
Beth While the book isn't explicit in any way, it does reference masturbation in vague terms and sex a little more obviously. It also has a character with …moreWhile the book isn't explicit in any way, it does reference masturbation in vague terms and sex a little more obviously. It also has a character with drug problems, but we only hear about it instead of seeing it. 12-13 might be a little young for a book like this, but it would depend on the conversations willing to be had around it.(less)
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