Soundtrack: A Novel — 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
Stuy Grey plays the drums, just like his mom, a founding member of the all-black punk band the Bed-Stuy Magic Dusters. He teaches himself by watching videos of tap dancers. Now he’s left home, estranged from his mom and her abusive boyfriend. He’s camping out with his uncle on the Lower East Side. His landlord, Dunks, has chops: He shreds on only five strings. Add Alexis on bass guitar and Keith on horn: These teens are a band, busking in New York City subway stations to scrape enough money to record an album.
As their popularity grows, so do the pressures, from complicated family dynamics to the glare of unexpected public attention. And when the police start looking for their bassist, Stuy faces his toughest decision yet.
Adapted from the acclaimed Listening Library original audiobook and written with Jason Reynolds’s signature rhythm, heart, and honesty, Soundtrack: A Novel is a raw, resonant story about friendship, creativity, and what it truly means to find, and fight for, your voice.
Frequently asked questions
Is Soundtrack: A Novel appropriate for a 7-year-old?
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Does Soundtrack: A Novel have violence?
The search results reference themes of violence in Reynolds' works, particularly in 'Long Way Down', which deals with urban violence and its impact on youth. However, specific details about 'Soundtrack' are not provided.
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Does Soundtrack: A Novel have racial/cultural content?
Reynolds' works, including 'Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You', address themes of racism and racial identity, indicating a focus on racial issues in his narratives. However, specific references to 'Soundtrack' are not provided.
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