Blackout — Content Guide for Parents
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Religious themes
PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Six critically acclaimed, bestselling, and award-winning authors bring the glowing warmth and electricity of Black teen love to this interlinked novel of charming, hilarious, and heartwarming stories that shine a bright light through the dark.
A summer heatwave blankets New York City in darkness. But as the city is thrown into confusion, a different kind of electricity sparks...
A first meeting.
Long-time friends.
Bitter exes.
And maybe the beginning of something new.
When the lights go out, people reveal hidden truths. Love blossoms, friendship transforms, and new possibilities take flight.
Beloved authors -- Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon -- celebrate the beauty of six couples and the unforgettable magic that can be found on a sweltering starry night in the city.
Frequently asked questions
Is Blackout appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence detected in search results related to the book. Some references to violence in unrelated media were found, but they do not pertain to 'Blackout'. No scary content detected in search results related to the book. Some references to fear in unrelated media were found, but they do not pertain to 'Blackout'.
Does Blackout have violence?
No violence detected in search results related to the book. Some references to violence in unrelated media were found, but they do not pertain to 'Blackout'.
Does Blackout have scary content?
No scary content detected in search results related to the book. Some references to fear in unrelated media were found, but they do not pertain to 'Blackout'.
Does Blackout have religious themes?
No religious themes or content detected in search results.
Does Blackout have racial/cultural content?
The book centers on young Black love and features characters that celebrate Black identity. It emphasizes the experiences of Black teens in love during a summer blackout, framing these narratives within the context of cultural celebration.
Does Blackout have profanity?
No profanity detected in search results related to the book. Some references to profanity in unrelated media were found, but they do not pertain to 'Blackout'.
Does Blackout have climate change?
The narrative is inspired by the metaphorical blackout created by Covid-19, which can be interpreted as a commentary on societal issues. However, there are no explicit climate activism themes present.
Does Blackout have sexual identity?
The sexual content in the book is limited to age-appropriate expressions of affection such as kissing and holding hands, with no explicit sexual content mentioned.
Does Blackout have gender roles?
No explicit gender role themes detected in search results related to the book.
Does Blackout have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features multiple queer love stories among its six couples, highlighting a spectrum of Blackness and sexuality. It normalizes LGBTQ+ relationships within the narrative context of young Black love during a summer blackout in New York City.
