Boy21 — 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
Basketball has always been an escape for Finley. He lives in broken-down Bellmont, a town ruled by the Irish mob, drugs, violence, and racially charged rivalries. At home, his dad works nights, and Finley is left to take care of his disabled grandfather alone. He's always dreamed of getting out someday, but until he can, putting on that number 21 jersey makes everything seem okay.
Russ has just moved to the neighborhood, and the life of this teen basketball phenom has been turned upside down by tragedy. Cut off from everyone he knows, he won't pick up a basketball, but answers only to the name Boy21--taken from his former jersey number.
As their final year of high school brings these two boys together, a unique friendship may turn out to be the answer they both need.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boy21 appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes references to violence, specifically mentioning that one character's parents have been murdered, indicating a background of trauma and violence. No scary content or themes are mentioned in the search results for 'Boy21'.
Does Boy21 have violence?
The narrative includes references to violence, specifically mentioning that one character's parents have been murdered, indicating a background of trauma and violence.
Does Boy21 have scary content?
No scary content or themes are mentioned in the search results for 'Boy21'.
Does Boy21 have religious themes?
No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are present in the narrative of 'Boy21'.
Does Boy21 have racial/cultural content?
The story addresses racial dynamics, as it features a white protagonist who is aware of the racial tensions between Irish and African-American populations in his school.
Does Boy21 have profanity?
The book contains some profanity, including words such as 'hell' and 'f--king', as noted in reviews.
Does Boy21 have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental issues are mentioned in the search results for 'Boy21'.
Does Boy21 have sexual identity?
No explicit sexual content is mentioned in the search results for 'Boy21'.
Does Boy21 have gender roles?
No specific gender roles or themes regarding gender expectations are present in the narrative of 'Boy21'.
Does Boy21 have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the search results related to 'Boy21'.
