The Opposite of Innocent — 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
Poignant and chilling by turns, The Opposite of Innocent is award-winning author Sonya Sones's most gripping novel in verse yet. It's the story of a girl named Lily, who's been crushing on a man named Luke, a friend of her parents, ever since she can remember.
Luke has been away for two endless years, but he's finally returning today. Lily was only twelve when he left. But now, at fourteen, she feels transformed. She can't wait to see how Luke will react when he sees the new her. And when her mother tells her that Luke will be staying with them for a while, in the bedroom right next to hers, her heart nearly stops.
Having Luke back is better than Lily could have ever dreamed. His lingering looks set Lily on fire. Is she just imagining them? But then, when they're alone, he kisses her. Then he kisses her again. Lily's friends think anyone his age who wants to be with a fourteen-year-old must be really messed up. Maybe even dangerous. But Luke would never do anything to hurt her...would he?
In this powerful tale of a terrifying leap into young adulthood, readers will accompany Lily on her harrowing journey from hopelessness to hope.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Opposite of Innocent appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book addresses the topic of sexual abuse, specifically detailing the sexual abuse of a young woman by a close family friend. This theme is central to the narrative and is described as a realistic portrayal of the experiences faced by teens. No elements of scary content are mentioned in the search results for 'The Opposite of Innocent'.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have violence?
The book addresses the topic of sexual abuse, specifically detailing the sexual abuse of a young woman by a close family friend. This theme is central to the narrative and is described as a realistic portrayal of the experiences faced by teens.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have scary content?
No elements of scary content are mentioned in the search results for 'The Opposite of Innocent'.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have religious themes?
No religious content or themes are present in the narrative of 'The Opposite of Innocent'.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have racial/cultural content?
There are no references to race or racism as a central theme in the narrative of 'The Opposite of Innocent'.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have profanity?
The book primarily uses innocent pseudo-swears instead of actual profanity, indicating a mild approach to language.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have climate change?
No climate-related themes or discussions are present in the narrative of 'The Opposite of Innocent'.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have sexual identity?
The narrative includes descriptions of sexual abuse, specifically the character Lily being sexually abused by Luke, who is significantly older. The abuse is implied rather than graphically described, which may trigger some readers.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have gender roles?
The book does not explicitly address gender roles or feminist themes, focusing instead on the personal experiences of the protagonist in the context of abuse.
Does The Opposite of Innocent have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the search results related to 'The Opposite of Innocent'.
