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Jennifer asked this question about The Hate U Give (The Hate U Give, #1):
Would this book be appropriate for a middle schooler? Language? Sexuality?
Jennifer Davis I think it would depend on the middle schooler in question. My 7th grade, 12-year-old isn't quite ready. Not because of the language or sexuality, but…moreI think it would depend on the middle schooler in question. My 7th grade, 12-year-old isn't quite ready. Not because of the language or sexuality, but gang violence, domestic violence and her friends being shot in front of her. My daughter has led a relatively sheltered life, so I am exposing her to these issues incrementally. As Lucky Little Cat suggested, it might be a good book to read together. (less)
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