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Violence
Some
Gang violence in the Bronx setting; a past suicide attempt is part of the backstory
Language
Some
Language reflecting the contemporary Bronx teen register
Sexual Content
Barely any
A same-sex romance develops; handled with warmth at a YA level
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
A lot
The psychological weight of suppressing identity and the aftermath of a suicide attempt are central; handled with care and honesty
What this book is about
Adam Silvera's debut novel follows Aaron Soto, a Puerto Rican teen in the Bronx who, after a suicide attempt, learns about the Leteo Institute — a company that can surgically suppress painful memories. As Aaron befriends a new kid and begins to understand himself better, he considers whether erasing his feelings for his best friend is the answer. Silvera writes with enormous heart about grief, sexuality, poverty, and the danger of trying to become someone you're not. The suicide attempt is in the backstory; the novel's emotional weight is heavy but not exploitative.
Notes for sensitive readers
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Suicide attempt in backstory
Queer identity explored with emotional honesty
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