Eleanor & Park A Novel — 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 gorgeous first-ever-paperback edition featuring sprayed edges with a stenciled script design.
Bono met his wife in high school, Park says.
So did Jerry Lee Lewis, Eleanor answers.
I'm not kidding, he says.
You should be, she says, we're 16.
What about Romeo and Juliet?
Shallow, confused, then dead.
I love you, Park says.
Wherefore art thou, Eleanor answers.
I'm not kidding, he says.
You should be.
Set over the course of one school year in 1986, this is the story of two star-crossed misfits-smart enough to know that first love almost never lasts, but brave and desperate enough to try. When Eleanor meets Park, you'll remember your own first love—and just how hard it pulled you under.
Frequently asked questions
Is Eleanor & Park A Novel appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains instances of violence, including Park starting a fight with a classmate, resulting in bloody faces, and Eleanor's stepfather being cruel and physically abusive towards her mother. These elements depict both physical and emotional abuse. The narrative includes elements of fear related to Eleanor's home life, particularly concerning her abusive stepfather, which creates a sense of terror and claustrophobia in her living situation.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have violence?
The book contains instances of violence, including Park starting a fight with a classmate, resulting in bloody faces, and Eleanor's stepfather being cruel and physically abusive towards her mother. These elements depict both physical and emotional abuse.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have scary content?
The narrative includes elements of fear related to Eleanor's home life, particularly concerning her abusive stepfather, which creates a sense of terror and claustrophobia in her living situation.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies present in the narrative.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have racial/cultural content?
The book addresses issues of race through the character of Park, who is biracial. Critics have noted that the portrayal of his Korean heritage is problematic, with accusations of fetishization and a lack of depth in exploring his identity.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have profanity?
The book contains strong language, including words like 'f--k,' 's--t,' and 'bitch.' This profanity is used to reflect the vulgar and sometimes violent environments of the characters.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental issues are present in the book's narrative. The search results do not indicate any discussion of climate or environmentalism.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have sexual identity?
The book includes strong language and mature themes, such as domestic and sexual abuse. There are tender moments of intimacy between Eleanor and Park, but the sexual content is not explicit, focusing instead on emotional connection.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have gender roles?
The book explores gender roles through the dynamics of Eleanor and Park's relationship, which can be seen as codependent and toxic at times. Eleanor's experiences with femininity and societal expectations are central to her character development.
Does Eleanor & Park A Novel have lgbtq+ themes?
Author is known for writing LGBTQ+ narratives and themes. No LGBTQ+ themes or characters explicitly present in the book's narrative. While some reviews mention diverse representation, they do not indicate the presence of LGBTQ+ content within the story itself.
