I Was Born for This — 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
For Angel Rahimi life is about one thing: The Ark -- a boy band that's taking the world by storm. Being part of The Ark's fandom has given her everything she loves -- her friend Juliet, her dreams, her place in the world. Her Muslim family doesn't understand the band's allure -- but Angel feels there are things about her they'll never understand.
Jimmy Kaga-Ricci owes everything to The Ark. He's their frontman -- and playing in a band with his mates is all he ever dreamed of doing, even it only amplifies his anxiety. The fans are very accepting that he's trans -- but they also keep shipping with him with his longtime friend and bandmate, Rowan. But Jimmy and Rowan are just friends -- and Rowan has a secret girlfriend the fans can never know about. Dreams don't always turn out the way you think and when Jimmy and Angel are unexpectedly thrust together, they find out how strange and surprising facing up to reality can be.
A funny, wise, and heartbreakingly true coming of age novel. I Was Born for This is a stunning reflection of modern teenage life, and the power of believing in something -- especially yourself.
Frequently asked questions
Is I Was Born for This appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains mild violence, including an accidental injury involving a knife and a character getting cut in the face from a brick. Additionally, there is mention of a fan performing an act of violence against a band member. No scary content is detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does I Was Born for This have violence?
The book contains mild violence, including an accidental injury involving a knife and a character getting cut in the face from a brick. Additionally, there is mention of a fan performing an act of violence against a band member.
Does I Was Born for This have scary content?
No scary content is detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does I Was Born for This have religious themes?
The story includes a character who is described as Nigerian and Christian, and religious faith plays an important role in shaping the characters' outlooks and decisions. This suggests a positive framing of religious identity.
Does I Was Born for This have racial/cultural content?
The narrative includes a character of Nigerian descent, and the book reflects on themes of diversity in sexuality and gender-fluidity, suggesting an awareness of racial identity. However, explicit discussions of racism or racial themes are not central to the plot.
Does I Was Born for This have profanity?
No profanity is detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does I Was Born for This have climate change?
No climate themes or discussions are detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does I Was Born for This have sexual identity?
The book includes mild sexual content, such as a couple of kisses and mentions of being in love and dating. This content is presented in a way that is age-appropriate for the target audience.
Does I Was Born for This have gender roles?
No explicit traditional or modern gender roles are detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does I Was Born for This have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features two bisexual side characters, Bliss and Lister, and includes a gay Christian transgender boy named Jimmy. The narrative normalizes LGBTQ+ identities and experiences, showcasing diverse sexual orientations within the storyline.
