Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Four starred reviews!
“Messily human and sincerely insightful.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
The highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed, multiple award-winning novel Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is an “emotional roller coaster” (School Library Journal, starred review) sure to captivate fans of Adam Silvera and Mary H.K. Choi.
In Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, two boys in a border town fell in love. Now, they must discover what it means to stay in love and build a relationship in a world that seems to challenge their very existence.
Ari has spent all of high school burying who he really is, staying silent and invisible. He expected his senior year to be the same. But something in him cracked open when he fell in love with Dante, and he can’t go back. Suddenly he finds himself reaching out to new friends, standing up to bullies of all kinds, and making his voice heard. And, always, there is Dante, dreamy, witty Dante, who can get on Ari’s nerves and fill him with desire all at once.
The boys are determined to forge a path for themselves in a world that doesn’t understand them. But when Ari is faced with a shocking loss, he’ll have to fight like never before to create a life that is truthfully, joyfully his own.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes instances of violence, such as a character getting jumped by bullies and a mention of a murder. Additionally, there are discussions surrounding the impact of violence on the characters' lives. No scary content detected in the narrative based on the search results.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have violence?
The narrative includes instances of violence, such as a character getting jumped by bullies and a mention of a murder. Additionally, there are discussions surrounding the impact of violence on the characters' lives.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have scary content?
No scary content detected in the narrative based on the search results.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have religious themes?
No religious content detected in the narrative based on the search results.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have racial/cultural content?
The narrative explores the cultural identities of the main characters, who are Mexican American, and discusses themes of belonging and identity within the context of their heritage.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have profanity?
The book includes instances of strong language, with characters experimenting with curse words and discussing their appropriateness.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have climate change?
No climate-related themes detected in the narrative based on the search results.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have sexual identity?
The story addresses themes of love and desire between the main characters, including their exploration of sexuality and romantic relationships. It discusses the challenges of being gay during a time of societal stigma.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have gender roles?
The book presents traditional gender roles through the characters' interactions and societal expectations, but also critiques these roles by exploring the characters' identities and relationships outside of conventional norms.
Does Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World have lgbtq+ themes?
The book centers on the romantic relationship between two teenage boys, Aristotle and Dante, navigating their identities and love during the AIDS crisis of the 1980s. It explores themes of sexuality and self-acceptance, portraying LGBTQ+ experiences as central to the narrative.
