Kate in Waiting — 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
From #1 New York Times bestselling author and rom-com queen Becky Albertalli comes a buoyant new novel about daring to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight in love, life, and, yes, theater.
Contrary to popular belief, best friends Kate Garfield and Anderson Walker are not codependent. Carpooling to and from theater rehearsals? Environmentally sound and efficient. Consulting each other on every single life decision? Basic good judgment. Pining for the same guys from afar? Shared crushes are more fun anyway.
But when Kate and Andy’s latest long-distance crush shows up at their school, everything goes off-script. Matt Olsson is talented and sweet, and Kate likes him. She really likes him. The only problem? So does Anderson.
Turns out, communal crushes aren’t so fun when real feelings are involved. This one might even bring the curtains down on Kate and Anderson’s friendship.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kate in Waiting appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book includes mild violence, such as characters imagining someone deserving to be 'punched in the balls.' There are no graphic depictions of violence. No scary content or themes are detected in the search results.
Does Kate in Waiting have violence?
The book includes mild violence, such as characters imagining someone deserving to be 'punched in the balls.' There are no graphic depictions of violence.
Does Kate in Waiting have scary content?
No scary content or themes are detected in the search results.
Does Kate in Waiting have religious themes?
The main character, Kate, is identified as Jewish, which is part of her character background. However, the narrative does not focus on religious themes or practices.
Does Kate in Waiting have racial/cultural content?
The book features a diverse cast, including characters of various ethnicities such as Black, White, and Latino, and addresses themes of friendship among these characters. The racial diversity is a significant aspect of the character dynamics.
Does Kate in Waiting have profanity?
The narrative includes a significant amount of profanity, including words like 'f--k' and various crude made-up terms, which are noted as excessive.
Does Kate in Waiting have climate change?
No climate themes or discussions are detected in the search results.
Does Kate in Waiting have sexual identity?
The book contains romantic tension with light sexual content, including a few kisses and light making out described briefly. It is characterized as a romantic comedy with a focus on friendship and coming of age.
Does Kate in Waiting have gender roles?
The book does not promote traditional gender roles or modern feminism explicitly; instead, it focuses on friendship dynamics and romantic interests without a clear ideological framing on gender roles.
Does Kate in Waiting have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a diverse cast that includes gay and transgender characters, with a central theme revolving around friendship and romantic tension between a straight girl and her gay best friend who both have crushes on the same boy. This narrative normalizes LGBTQ+ experiences and highlights the complexities of their friendships.
