Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition — 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
Limited collector’s edition of Eleanor & Park features a new jacket, an exclusive Q&A with author Rainbow Rowell, and several stunning pieces of fan art.
#1 New York Times Best Seller!
"Eleanor & Park reminded me not just what it's like to be young and in love with a girl, but also what it's like to be young and in love with a book."-John Green, The New York Times Book Review
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.
A New York Times Best Seller!
A 2014 Michael L. Printz Honor Book for Excellence in Young Adult Literature
Eleanor & Park is the winner of the 2013 Boston Globe Horn Book Award for Best Fiction Book.
A Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book of 2013
A New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of 2013
A Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book of 2013
An NPR Best Book of 2013
Frequently asked questions
Is Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains instances of violence, including a fight where Park and a classmate end up with bloody faces, and Eleanor's stepfather is depicted as cruel and abusive, physically harming her mother. This violence is a significant aspect of the narrative. While the book contains themes of abuse and violence, it does not include genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or distress. The focus is more on the emotional struggles of the characters rather than horror elements.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have violence?
The book contains instances of violence, including a fight where Park and a classmate end up with bloody faces, and Eleanor's stepfather is depicted as cruel and abusive, physically harming her mother. This violence is a significant aspect of the narrative.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have scary content?
While the book contains themes of abuse and violence, it does not include genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or distress. The focus is more on the emotional struggles of the characters rather than horror elements.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results discuss themes of love and personal struggles but do not reference any specific religious practices or beliefs.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have racial/cultural content?
The book features themes of race, particularly through Park's Korean heritage. However, there are criticisms regarding the author's portrayal of this heritage, with some arguing that it lacks depth and authenticity. The narrative includes instances of racism and stereotypes, reflecting the societal context of the 1980s.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have profanity?
The book includes strong language, with words like 'f--k', 's--t', 'bitch', and 'd--k' appearing throughout. This profanity is used to reflect the harsh realities of the characters' lives.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental issues are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any discussions related to climate or environmental activism.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have sexual identity?
The book addresses mature themes, including domestic and sexual abuse, and contains strong language such as 'f--k' and 's--t'. Additionally, there are references to uncomfortable sexual comments made by Eleanor's stepfather.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have gender roles?
The book explores gender roles through the dynamics of Eleanor and Park's relationship, which has been described as codependent and sometimes toxic. Eleanor's character is portrayed with more depth than Park's, leading to discussions about the representation of gender and emotional struggles in their relationship.
Does Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition have lgbtq+ themes?
Author is known for writing LGBTQ+ narratives and themes. No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly present in the book. The search results focus on the author's handling of race and cultural representation, particularly regarding Park's Korean heritage, but do not mention any LGBTQ+ content.
