Catch the Sun — 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
A brand new YA standalone survivor romance from Jennifer Hartmann, the fan-favorite author of Still Beating, Lotus, and June First, packed with the same light-in-the-dark hope for healing in the face of tragedy. Perfect for fans of If He Had Been With Me, A Thousand Boy Kisses, and Binding 13.
"Kissing you feels like catching the sun..."
At seven years old, Ella Sunbury and Max Manning were inseparable-until life scattered them in different directions, forcing Ella to abruptly leave town. A decade later, she returns for their senior year of high school, moving in across the street from her childhood best friend.
But she's not the same girl Max once knew. She now lives in the shadow of her brother- a notorious felon on death row, convicted of a crime that shook the nation. Reeling from the fallout and shunned by her peers, all Ella wants is to fade into the background.
Max has little room for distractions, juggling responsibilities for a disabled father and a distant twin brother. But Ella's return reignites something within him. He wants to be close to her again, to understand her...and to turn their friendship into more.
But as their relationship blossoms, new tragedy strikes, and darkness threatens to tip their delicate balance. In order to find the light, they'll have to navigate the shadows.
And to catch the sun...they must first endure the flames.
Frequently asked questions
Is Catch the Sun appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains themes of violence, including references to a character's violent crime and an attempted sexual assault. It is noted that the narrative involves serious topics such as murder and physical abuse, indicating a significant presence of violence in the story. The book features elements that could be considered scary, including intense emotional experiences and traumatic events related to violence and assault. The protagonist's nightmares and the atmosphere of fear surrounding her experiences contribute to this classification.
Does Catch the Sun have violence?
The book contains themes of violence, including references to a character's violent crime and an attempted sexual assault. It is noted that the narrative involves serious topics such as murder and physical abuse, indicating a significant presence of violence in the story.
Does Catch the Sun have scary content?
The book features elements that could be considered scary, including intense emotional experiences and traumatic events related to violence and assault. The protagonist's nightmares and the atmosphere of fear surrounding her experiences contribute to this classification.
Does Catch the Sun have religious themes?
No religious content is present in the book. The search results reference other media and do not indicate any religious themes or practices within the narrative of 'Catch the Sun'.
Does Catch the Sun have racial/cultural content?
There are no explicit themes of race or racism mentioned in the book. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point in 'Catch the Sun'.
Does Catch the Sun have profanity?
The narrative includes profanity, as indicated by discussions of language used in the book. Specific instances of strong language are noted in the context of character interactions and emotional expressions.
Does Catch the Sun have climate change?
There are no themes related to climate, environmentalism, or activism present in the book. The search results do not indicate any discussion of climate issues within the narrative.
Does Catch the Sun have sexual identity?
The book includes explicit sexual content, with multiple sex scenes and references to attempted sexual assault. It is marketed as young adult but contains themes that suggest it may be more appropriate for new adult readers due to its mature content.
Does Catch the Sun have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or promote gender roles. While it features a female protagonist, the narrative focuses on personal trauma and relationships rather than on traditional or modern gender roles.
Does Catch the Sun have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book 'Catch the Sun' by Jennifer Hartmann. The search results focus on general discussions about LGBTQ+ representation in media but do not provide specific content related to the book itself.
