I'll Give You 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
The radiant, award-winning story of first love, family, loss, and betrayal for fans of John Green, Becky Albertalli, and Adam Silvera
"Dazzling."—The New York Times Book Review
"A blazing prismatic explosion of color."—Entertainment Weekly
"Powerful and well-crafted . . . Stunning." —Time Magazine
“We were all heading for each other on a collision course, no matter what. Maybe some people are just meant to be in the same story.”
At first, Jude and her twin brother are NoahandJude; inseparable. Noah draws constantly and is falling in love with the charismatic boy next door, while daredevil Jude wears red-red lipstick, cliff-dives, and does all the talking for both of them.
Years later, they are barely speaking. Something has happened to change the twins in different yet equally devastating ways . . . but then Jude meets an intriguing, irresistible boy and a mysterious new mentor.
The early years are Noah’s to tell; the later years are Jude’s. But they each have only half the story, and if they can only find their way back to one another, they’ll have a chance to remake their world.
From the acclaimed author of The Sky Is Everywhere, this exhilarating novel will leave you breathless and teary and laughing—often all at once.
Frequently asked questions
Is I'll Give You the Sun appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes elements of grief and a tragic death, which may be emotionally intense for readers. There are mentions of graphic violence in reviews, but specific instances in the narrative are not detailed. The book does not contain elements that would be classified as scary or horror-related. The emotional themes are more focused on personal and relational challenges rather than fear.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have violence?
The narrative includes elements of grief and a tragic death, which may be emotionally intense for readers. There are mentions of graphic violence in reviews, but specific instances in the narrative are not detailed.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have scary content?
The book does not contain elements that would be classified as scary or horror-related. The emotional themes are more focused on personal and relational challenges rather than fear.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have religious themes?
No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are mentioned in the narrative. The search results do not indicate any religious themes or critiques.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have racial/cultural content?
While the book may address themes of bullying and harassment related to sexual orientation, there are no explicit mentions of race as a central theme or plot element.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have profanity?
No instances of profanity are mentioned in the search results, indicating that the language used in the book is likely appropriate for its intended audience.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have climate change?
There are no references to climate themes or environmental issues in the narrative. The focus remains on personal and relational dynamics.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have sexual identity?
The book involves the awakening of sexuality among the teenage protagonists, including a scene that questions the meaning of consent. It addresses themes of first love and sexual exploration.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have gender roles?
The narrative focuses on the personal experiences of the twins and their relationships rather than explicitly addressing gender roles or expectations.
Does I'll Give You the Sun have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a central LGBTQ+ relationship, with one of the protagonists, Noah, identified as gay. The narrative explores his feelings about his sexuality and includes a romantic relationship that is described as realistic and significant within the story.
