Lynda answers “Is this a clean book? Could a 12 year old...”

A Goodreads user asked this question about Brooklyn:

Is this a clean book? Could a 12 year old read this.

Lynda 12 is exactly the age I wanted and needed something more than "clean" books. For some children, 12 is the time for some psychological complexity and d…more12 is exactly the age I wanted and needed something more than "clean" books. For some children, 12 is the time for some psychological complexity and dilemmas. If you have a 12 year old who has the capacity to read "Brooklyn" and wants to, encourage the interest. The book is so beautifully respectful in the way it depicts sexuality that it is probably one of the best literary introductions to the topic that you could hope for. (less)

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