Off the Record — 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
Ever since seventeen-year-old Josie Wright can remember, writing has been her identity, the thing that grounds her when everything else is a garbage fire. So when she wins a contest to write a celebrity profile for Deep Focus magazine, she's equal parts excited and scared, but also ready. She's got this.
Soon Josie is jetting off on a multi-city tour, rubbing elbows with sparkly celebrities, frenetic handlers, stone-faced producers, and eccentric stylists. She even finds herself catching feelings for the subject of her profile, dazzling young newcomer Marius Canet. Josie's world is expanding so rapidly, she doesn't know whether she's flying or falling. But when a young actress lets her in on a terrible secret, the answer is clear: she's in over her head.
One woman's account leads to another and another. Josie wants to expose the man responsible, but she's reluctant to speak up, unsure if this is her story to tell. What if she lets down the women who have entrusted her with their stories? What if this ends her writing career before it even begins? There are so many reasons not to go ahead, but if Josie doesn't step up, who will?
From the author of Full Disclosure, this is a moving testament to the MeToo movement, and all the ways women stand up for each other.
"Brave, necessary, and unflinchingly real, Off the Record is an instant classic." --Marieke Nijkamp, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of This Is Where It Ends
"A vulnerable and powerful pursuit of radical truth from a brave bold voice of this generation." —Kim Johnson, acclaimed author of This Is My America
Frequently asked questions
Is Off the Record appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes discussions of sexual assault and the impact of power dynamics in the entertainment industry, reflecting on serious themes related to consent and trauma. No scary content detected in the search results related to the book's narrative.
Does Off the Record have violence?
The narrative includes discussions of sexual assault and the impact of power dynamics in the entertainment industry, reflecting on serious themes related to consent and trauma.
Does Off the Record have scary content?
No scary content detected in the search results related to the book's narrative.
Does Off the Record have religious themes?
No religious content detected in the narrative of the book.
Does Off the Record have racial/cultural content?
The book features a Black protagonist and explores themes of racial identity, particularly in the context of the entertainment industry. It addresses racial dynamics and the experiences of Black characters.
Does Off the Record have profanity?
No profanity detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does Off the Record have climate change?
No climate-related themes detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does Off the Record have sexual identity?
The book contains explicit discussions of sexual assault and harassment, as well as casual discussions about sex among characters. It addresses the complexities of young adult sexuality.
Does Off the Record have gender roles?
The narrative promotes feminist themes, emphasizing women's empowerment and solidarity, particularly in the context of the #MeToo movement. It critiques traditional gender roles and advocates for women's rights.
Does Off the Record have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a bisexual protagonist, Josie, and addresses LGBTQ+ themes, including the experiences of queer characters. It engages with the #MeToo movement and portrays the importance of women supporting each other.
