The Do-Over — 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 this “unequivocally hilarious and delightful” (Kirkus Reviews) young adult romp for fans of Recommended for You and A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow, a teen girl has the worst Valentine’s Day ever—only to relive it over and over again.
After living through a dumpster fire of a Valentine’s Day, Emilie Hornby escapes to her grandmother’s house for some comfort and a consolation pint of Ben & Jerry’s. She passes out on the couch, but when she wakes up, she’s back home in her own bed—and it’s Valentine’s Day all over again. And the next day? Another horrendous V-Day.
Emilie is stuck in some sort of time loop nightmare that she can’t wake up from as she re-watches her boyfriend, Josh, cheat on her day after day. In addition to Josh’s recurring infidelity, Emilie can’t get away from the enigmatic Nick, who she keeps running into—sometimes literally—in unfortunate ways.
How many times can one girl passively watch her life go up in flames? And when something good starts to come out of these terrible days, what happens when the universe stops doling out do-overs?
Frequently asked questions
Is The Do-Over appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains light bullying, a minor car crash, and a few heated arguments, which are not depicted as severe violence but are present in the story. The protagonist experiences a time loop where she repeatedly witnesses her boyfriend's infidelity, which can be described as a nightmare scenario, potentially causing distress.
Does The Do-Over have violence?
The book contains light bullying, a minor car crash, and a few heated arguments, which are not depicted as severe violence but are present in the story.
Does The Do-Over have scary content?
The protagonist experiences a time loop where she repeatedly witnesses her boyfriend's infidelity, which can be described as a nightmare scenario, potentially causing distress.
Does The Do-Over have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious themes, practices, or beliefs present in the narrative.
Does The Do-Over have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes or discussions are present in the book's narrative. The search results do not indicate any focus on race or racism.
Does The Do-Over have profanity?
The book features infrequent uses of profanity, including words such as 'f--k', 'a--hole', and 's--t', often used in a joking manner, which may be concerning for some readers.
Does The Do-Over have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental discussions are present in the book's narrative. The search results do not indicate any focus on climate issues.
Does The Do-Over have sexual identity?
The book includes mentions of romance and physical interactions, described as 'glimpses and kisses', indicating a light romantic content appropriate for young adult readers.
Does The Do-Over have gender roles?
The book features a female protagonist but does not actively discuss, promote, or critique gender roles. The narrative focuses on personal growth and romance rather than gender dynamics.
Does The Do-Over have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results do not provide any direct references to LGBTQ+ content in 'The Do-Over'.
