Monica 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.

Monica ... yes , everyone should read this including 16 year olds. Because truths bring awareness to hard issues we are faced with in this life , including p…more... yes , everyone should read this including 16 year olds. Because truths bring awareness to hard issues we are faced with in this life , including pedophilia. 16 year olds are exposed all kinds of junk on social media. So be it one we wish upon none of them but a true life occurrence for so many. Again., truth our truths Vanessa's truths sets us free and hold all of us accountable to the process and understanding of how this happens and how we can begin the deep dialogue with our children to help prevent and begin the healing process.(less)

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