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Is this book appropriate for an 11 year-old?

Stephen The woman author who writes the forward in the 10th anniversary edition speaks of choosing this as bed-time reading for her pre-teen son. Frankly I ca…moreThe woman author who writes the forward in the 10th anniversary edition speaks of choosing this as bed-time reading for her pre-teen son. Frankly I cannot picture a mother reading a bed-time story to a pre-teen male that touches this directly on masturbation. The main character is supposed to be a 14 year old hormonal young teen guy. I think that the story deserves to be read but if you're concerned about the maturity of your child, there are plenty of tamer books. That said the book brought this 60+ year old to tears and to out loud laughter more than once. (less)

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