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Is this book suitable for children?
loves The definition of the YA genre is ambiguous. In my opinion, YA assumes a burgeoning level of maturity akin to - but not quite at - an adult level. Dep…moreThe definition of the YA genre is ambiguous. In my opinion, YA assumes a burgeoning level of maturity akin to - but not quite at - an adult level. Depending on the book, a YA reader could range from a mature 12-yr old through adulthood. I think Code Name Verity would probably be best for teens, rather than middle-schoolers. The themes and circumstances are pretty heavy. Also, since it is set in WWII, the story may not make much sense unless the reader has spent some time studying the history of this era. Young readers may not have had enough opportunities, just yet, over the course of their education to gain an adequate understanding of the setting of the novel.(less)
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