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Solo (ISSN) — Content Guide for Parents

By Kwame Alexander, Mary Rand HessDreamscape Media2017-08-01ISBN 9781520074474
Solo (ISSN)

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Seventeen-year-old Blade Morrison knows the life of a rock star isn't really about the glitz and glamour. All the new cars and money in the world can't make up for the scathing tabloid covers or the fact that his father is struggling with just about every addiction under the sun-including a desperate desire to make a comeback and regain his former fame. Haunted by memories of his mother-who died when Blade was nine-and the ruin that his father's washed-up legacy and life have brought to the family, Blade is left to figure out life on his own. But he's not completely alone: he's got the friendship of a jazz-musician mentor, Robert, the secret love of his girlfriend, Chapel, and his music. All may not be well in the Morrison home, but things are looking up for Blade-that is, until he discovers a deeply protected family secret that further threatens his relationship with his family and has him questioning his own identity. Thrown into a tailspin, Blade decides that the only way that he wi ll be able to understan

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Solo (ISSN) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains instances of violence, including a scene where Blade breaks up a party after a boy makes hurtful remarks about his sister, and a young girl vomits blood while ill. These elements suggest some level of violent content. No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. The narrative does not include elements that would cause fear or distress.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have violence?

    The book contains instances of violence, including a scene where Blade breaks up a party after a boy makes hurtful remarks about his sister, and a young girl vomits blood while ill. These elements suggest some level of violent content.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have scary content?

    No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. The narrative does not include elements that would cause fear or distress.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. Search results mention the author and general reviews but do not indicate any religious themes or practices in the story.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have racial/cultural content?

    While the protagonist is described as a BIPOC character, race is not a central theme or plot point in the narrative. The focus is more on personal identity and family dynamics.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have profanity?

    The book uses mild profanity infrequently, as noted in reviews. This includes terms like 'crap' and other mild expletives.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have climate change?

    No climate themes or discussions related to environmental issues are present in the book. Search results do not indicate any relevant content.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have sexual identity?

    The narrative includes romantic elements such as kissing between characters and a vague reference to 'exploring hands', which is quickly stopped. It discusses typical teenage experiences, including relationships.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a male protagonist but does not promote traditional or modern gender roles as a theme.

  • Does Solo (ISSN) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters explicitly mentioned in the book itself. Search results reference LGBTQ+ literature generally but do not provide specific content from 'Solo'.