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Violence
Barely any
No significant violence
Language
Some
Some strong language in teen dialogue; more than expected for a graphic novel
Sexual Content
Barely any
Teen sexual content implied and discussed; age-appropriate but frank
Substance Use
Some
Teen drinking present in some scenes
Emotional Intensity
Some
Themes of growing up, parents' fallibility, and the confusing space between childhood and adolescence
What this book is about
Rose and Windy spend summers at Awago Beach, but this year feels different — Rose's parents are fighting, and the older teens at the variety store are dealing with something serious. Tamaki and Jillian Tamaki's graphic novel is a nuanced coming-of-age story told in graceful black and white, capturing the specific texture of adolescence with remarkable fidelity.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Strong language in teen dialogue
Teen drinking
Sexual discussion among teens
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