A Goodreads user asked this question about My Dark Vanessa:
Do you recommend this book for a 16 yr old girl? The girl read Room a few years ago and wasn't upset about the upsetting stuff and actually loved the book.
Beth I definitely would not recommend to a sixteen year old! I don't think a sixteen year old would be able to understand all the complexities, subtle poin…moreI definitely would not recommend to a sixteen year old! I don't think a sixteen year old would be able to understand all the complexities, subtle points. It is a disturbing read. A teen may read this with a superficial understanding, but not understand the depth. Wait a few years.(less)
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by Kate Elizabeth Russell (Goodreads Author)
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