More Happy Than Not (Deluxe 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
In his twisty, heartbreaking, profoundly moving New York Times bestselling debut, Adam Silvera brings to life a charged, dangerous near-future summer in the Bronx.
In the months following his father's suicide, sixteen-year-old Aaron Soto can’t seem to find happiness again, despite the support of his girlfriend, Genevieve, and his overworked mom. Grief and the smile-shaped scar on his wrist won’t let him forget the pain. But when Aaron meets Thomas, a new kid in the neighborhood, something starts to shift inside him. Aaron can't deny his unexpected feelings for Thomas despite the tensions their friendship has created with Genevieve and his tight-knit crew. Since Aaron can't stay away from Thomas or turn off his newfound happiness, he considers taking drastic actions. The Leteo Institute’s revolutionary memory-altering procedure will straighten him out, even if it means forgetting who he truly is.
Why does happiness have to be so hard?
Frequently asked questions
Is More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book includes instances of violence, such as Aaron being beaten up after being seen hugging another boy, which highlights the homophobic attitudes present in his environment. No scary content or themes detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have violence?
The book includes instances of violence, such as Aaron being beaten up after being seen hugging another boy, which highlights the homophobic attitudes present in his environment.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have scary content?
No scary content or themes detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have religious themes?
No religious content detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have racial/cultural content?
The story is set in the Bronx and features a diverse cast of characters. It addresses issues related to race and identity, particularly through the experiences of a gay Hispanic protagonist, Aaron.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have profanity?
The dialogue includes strong language, with frequent use of words like 'f--k' and 's--t', reflecting the realistic speech patterns of the characters.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have climate change?
No climate themes or discussions detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have sexual identity?
The narrative contains references to sexual activity, including discussions of various first times and illicit hookups. It addresses themes of sexual awakening and the complexities of teenage relationships.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have gender roles?
No specific themes related to traditional gender roles or modern feminism detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.
Does More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition) have lgbtq+ themes?
The story follows Aaron, who grapples with his sexual identity, questioning whether he is straight, bisexual, or gay. The narrative explores themes of self-acceptance and the desire to suppress one's true identity, particularly in the context of a memory-erasing procedure that Aaron considers.
