Clown in a Cornfield — 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
Read it before you see it! Now a major motion picture from the teams behind Smile and Tucker & Dale vs. Evil.
In Adam Cesare's terrifying young adult debut, Quinn Maybrook finds herself caught in a battle between old and new, tradition and progress--that just may cost her life.
Quinn Maybrook and her father have moved to tiny, boring Kettle Springs, to find a fresh start. But what they don't know is that ever since the Baypen Corn Syrup Factory shut down, Kettle Springs has cracked in half.
On one side are the adults, who are desperate to make Kettle Springs great again, and on the other are the kids, who want to have fun, make prank videos, and get out of Kettle Springs as quick as they can.
Kettle Springs is caught in a battle between old and new, tradition and progress. It's a fight that looks like it will destroy the town. Until Frendo, the Baypen mascot, a creepy clown in a pork-pie hat, goes homicidal and decides that the only way for Kettle Springs to grow back is to cull the rotten crop of kids who live there now.
Don't miss this Bram Stoker Award-winning novel from rising star Adam Cesare.
Frequently asked questions
Is Clown in a Cornfield appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book features extreme violence, including graphic depictions of gore, blood spatter, and various forms of murder, such as decapitations and the use of weapons like crossbows. This violence is a significant element of the narrative. The book is categorized as a horror story, featuring elements that induce fear, such as a slasher theme and a murderous clown. The overall tone is designed to be terrifying and suspenseful.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have violence?
The book features extreme violence, including graphic depictions of gore, blood spatter, and various forms of murder, such as decapitations and the use of weapons like crossbows. This violence is a significant element of the narrative.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have scary content?
The book is categorized as a horror story, featuring elements that induce fear, such as a slasher theme and a murderous clown. The overall tone is designed to be terrifying and suspenseful.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have religious themes?
No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are mentioned in the book's narrative. The content does not indicate any promotion or critique of religion.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have racial/cultural content?
The narrative hints at themes of racial and class-based violence, suggesting that these issues are explored within the context of the story, though they may not be the primary focus.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have profanity?
The narrative includes strong language, with mentions of profanity such as 'f--k' and 's--t', indicating that profanity is present but not extensively detailed.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have climate change?
There are no references to climate themes or environmental issues in the narrative. The content does not address climate change or related activism.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have sexual identity?
No sexual content is explicitly mentioned in the narrative. While there are references to flirty interactions, they do not constitute sexual content.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have gender roles?
No explicit themes regarding gender roles are identified in the narrative. The focus appears to be on horror and violence rather than gender dynamics.
Does Clown in a Cornfield have lgbtq+ themes?
The narrative includes references to LGBTQ+ themes, particularly in discussions around the author's perspective as a queer person of color. This suggests that LGBTQ+ identity may be a relevant aspect of the story, though it is not the central focus.
