Invisible Son — 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
Life can change in an instant.
When you’re wrongfully accused of a crime.
When a virus shuts everything down.
When the girl you love moves on.
Andre Jackson is determined to reclaim his identity. But returning from juvie doesn’t feel like coming home. His Portland, Oregon, neighborhood is rapidly gentrifying, and COVID-19 shuts down school before he can return. And Andre’s suspicions about his arrest for a crime he didn’t commit even taint his friendships. It’s as if his whole life has been erased.
The one thing Andre is counting on is his relationship with the Whitaker kids—especially his longtime crush, Sierra. But Sierra’s brother Eric is missing, and the facts don’t add up as their adoptive parents fight to keep up the act that their racially diverse family is picture-perfect. If Andre can find Eric, he just might uncover the truth about his own arrest. But in a world where power is held by a few and Andre is nearly invisible, searching for the truth is a dangerous game.
Critically acclaimed author Kim Johnson delivers another social justice thriller that shines a light on being young and Black in America—perfect for fans of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas and Dear Justyce by Nic Stone.
Frequently asked questions
Is Invisible Son appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The story includes references to police violence, including a character being tackled and held down by police. It also mentions the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, and a character's suicide attempt, indicating a moderate level of violence. The book is described as a gripping mystery set against a backdrop of real-world events such as COVID-19 and social justice protests, which may evoke a sense of tension and unease.
Does Invisible Son have violence?
The story includes references to police violence, including a character being tackled and held down by police. It also mentions the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, and a character's suicide attempt, indicating a moderate level of violence.
Does Invisible Son have scary content?
The book is described as a gripping mystery set against a backdrop of real-world events such as COVID-19 and social justice protests, which may evoke a sense of tension and unease.
Does Invisible Son have religious themes?
No religious content or themes detected in the narrative.
Does Invisible Son have racial/cultural content?
The book addresses racial identity and societal prejudices, focusing on the experiences of a Black teenager navigating systemic racism and wrongful conviction. It critiques racial inequality and the impact of gentrification.
Does Invisible Son have profanity?
No profanity detected in the narrative.
Does Invisible Son have climate change?
The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of COVID-19 and social justice movements, indicating a connection to contemporary societal issues, including environmental concerns related to gentrification.
Does Invisible Son have sexual identity?
No explicit sexual content or themes detected in the narrative.
Does Invisible Son have gender roles?
No explicit themes regarding gender roles detected in the narrative.
Does Invisible Son have lgbtq+ themes?
The narrative includes LGBTQ+ themes through characters such as a lesbian side character and a central character who appears to be pansexual or bisexual. Relationships from the main character's past include references to same-sex relationships.
