Maaria asked this question about Stone Butch Blues:
Hi all , I just wondered , for those of you who have read this novel , is it appropriate for 14-16 year olds ?
Rose Eleusis It depends on the maturity of the teen… Many adults would probably struggle with the subject matter, too. Readers must confront very heavy subject mat…moreIt depends on the maturity of the teen… Many adults would probably struggle with the subject matter, too. Readers must confront very heavy subject matter- graphic depictions of sexual violence, in particular. I read this book at age 15 and was prepared to process the difficult subject matter; it was one of the most formative books I’ve ever read. However, people of all ages and backgrounds should be aware that the text is extremely heavy in some places, (less)
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