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Violence
Barely any
Mild
Language
Some
Moderate
Sexual Content
Barely any
Mild romance
Substance Use
Some
Moderate
Emotional Intensity
A lot
Intense
What this book is about
Cameron is a thoroughly average sixteen-year-old who is diagnosed with a rare, fatal brain disease. He embarks on an increasingly surreal road trip with a dwarf named Gonzo, a yard gnome, and a punk-angel named Dulcie to find a cure — and possibly save the world. A National Book Award winner.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Teen terminal illness as the premise
Teen substance use in road trip context
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