Crystal Hansen 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.

Crystal Hansen Yes. That being said, this is a book that requires conversation. Let her read it, but talk about it as she does. I do not believe in censoring what te…moreYes. That being said, this is a book that requires conversation. Let her read it, but talk about it as she does. I do not believe in censoring what teenagers read. They need to be aware that things like this happen, and books are a safe place to learn about them. It scares me when I see people trying to shield their kids and teens from difficult topics. They need to know. The world is not a kind place. They need to be prepared.(less)

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