Eve answers “I have an 9 year old who really wants to...”

Denise Saxon asked this question about Cinder (The Lunar Chronicles, #1):

I have an 9 year old who really wants to read this book (she is reading at least 7th grade level). Is the theme too advanced? I'd love your opinion on any advanced/troubling things in the book so I could evaluate whether she could handle it. Thank you!

Eve I'd have her wait at least 2+ years, even if she's reading at a high level. There is frequent swearing, much violence and blood, sometimes describes g…moreI'd have her wait at least 2+ years, even if she's reading at a high level. There is frequent swearing, much violence and blood, sometimes describes gruesomely, and there is some content that is much more mature for a nine year old. I read it when I was 12 and still felt I should have waited a little longer. :D (less)

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