My Year Zero — Content Guide for Parents
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Religious themes
PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Lauren thinks she has a pretty good life--so why is it that she feels crazy most of the time? She figures it's nothing she can't fix by getting her first girlfriend and doing better at school. But how is she ever going to find a girlfriend in Duluth, Minnesota?
When she meets a group of kids who are telling a science fiction story online and gets invited down to the Twin Cities, she gets more attention than she ever expected, from two very different girls: charming Sierra and troublesome Blake.
Blake helps Lauren understand that she's not the crazy one in her life. But Blake's attention--and insights into life and living with bipolar disorder--threaten to destroy everything Lauren has created for herself, including her relationship with Sierra.
Frequently asked questions
Is My Year Zero appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book addresses abusive queer relationships, which are described as a rare theme in literature. However, the specifics of violence are not detailed in the search results. The book does not contain elements that would be classified as scary or horror-related.
Does My Year Zero have violence?
The book addresses abusive queer relationships, which are described as a rare theme in literature. However, the specifics of violence are not detailed in the search results.
Does My Year Zero have scary content?
The book does not contain elements that would be classified as scary or horror-related.
Does My Year Zero have religious themes?
The book does not center around religious themes or content, as noted in the search results.
Does My Year Zero have racial/cultural content?
There are no indications that race is a central theme or plot element in the book.
Does My Year Zero have profanity?
No profanity is mentioned in the context of the book's content.
Does My Year Zero have climate change?
There are no references to climate themes or environmental issues in the search results.
Does My Year Zero have sexual identity?
The narrative includes explicit themes of girl-girl desire and sexual encounters, which are integral to the character development and plot.
Does My Year Zero have gender roles?
The book features characters who challenge traditional gender roles, particularly through the portrayal of trans women and lesbian characters as resilient leads. This suggests a framing that aligns with modern feminist themes.
Does My Year Zero have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a character named Lauren who is navigating her sexual orientation, ultimately identifying as a lesbian. The narrative explores themes of girl-girl desire and relationships, indicating a focus on LGBTQ+ experiences and identities.
