The Last Time We Say Goodbye — 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 the tradition of Thirteen Reasons Why and All the Bright Places, The Last Time We Say Goodbye is a deeply affecting novel that will change the way you look at life and death.
From New York Times bestselling author Cynthia Hand comes a stunning, heart-wrenching novel of love and loss, which ALA Booklist called "both shatteringly painful and bright with life and hope" in a starred review.
Since her brother, Tyler, committed suicide, Lex has been trying to keep her grief locked away, and to forget about what happened that night. But as she starts putting her life, her family, and her friendships back together, Lex is haunted by a secret she hasn't told anyone—a text Tyler sent, that could have changed everything.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Last Time We Say Goodbye appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book deals with themes of suicide and the protagonist's guilt over her brother's death, which manifests in violent dreams and panic attacks. This emotional turmoil is a significant aspect of the narrative. While the book addresses heavy themes of death and grief, it does not contain elements that would be classified as scary in a traditional sense. The emotional content is more poignant than frightening.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have violence?
The book deals with themes of suicide and the protagonist's guilt over her brother's death, which manifests in violent dreams and panic attacks. This emotional turmoil is a significant aspect of the narrative.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have scary content?
While the book addresses heavy themes of death and grief, it does not contain elements that would be classified as scary in a traditional sense. The emotional content is more poignant than frightening.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have religious themes?
No religious content is present in the narrative of 'The Last Time We Say Goodbye'. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have racial/cultural content?
No racial themes or discussions about race are present in the narrative of 'The Last Time We Say Goodbye'. The focus remains on personal grief and family dynamics.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have profanity?
The book contains infrequent use of swear words, including terms like 'ass', 'bitch', and 'bulls--t'. This is noted as part of the character's emotional expression.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have climate change?
There are no climate themes present in the narrative of 'The Last Time We Say Goodbye'. The focus is solely on the emotional journey of dealing with loss.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have sexual identity?
No sexual content is mentioned in the search results. The focus is on grief and coping with loss rather than romantic or sexual themes.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have gender roles?
The narrative does not explicitly address gender roles or expectations. It centers on the protagonist's personal struggles rather than societal gender dynamics.
Does The Last Time We Say Goodbye have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results for 'The Last Time We Say Goodbye'. The narrative focuses on the protagonist's grief after her brother's suicide and does not mention LGBTQ+ characters or themes.
