Melissa Mendez answers “Do you recommend this book for a 16 yr old...”

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.

Melissa Mendez My parents never, ever restricted what I could read. It was around 15-16 my parents (also avid readers) started to pass on books to be they had alread…moreMy parents never, ever restricted what I could read. It was around 15-16 my parents (also avid readers) started to pass on books to be they had already read, yes, sometimes I was shocked they passed it to me, but they were also really good books so it was something we shared as a family. They also suggested I read books about teens and sexuality and teens and drug use- I think it was easier for them to read a book and then discuss or not if we wanted to. I am very grateful for this- one for opening me up to authors I was not interested in at the time, but also for the content and the writing. I would let my daughters read this as a teen- and discuss the manipulation with them- you never know what they are going through in school or sports teams and you never know what their friends are going through unless you are willing to discuss it and let them know right from wrong and that you are here to help them. While I found the book too long and drawn out at times (I had to put it on 1.5x on audible to make it through), I think its a topic that HAS to be discussed with teens of all ages. (less)

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