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The Same Blood — Content Guide for Parents

By M. AzmitiaEnslow Publishing, LLC2018-08-01ISBN 9781538382523200 pages
The Same Blood

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

About this book

Twin sisters Elena and Marianella couldn't be more different. Marianella goes out of her way to actively participate in their Puerto Rican culture, whereas Elena is embarrassed by their traditions. Marianella is also fighting a very private battle with mental illness, and takes her own life not long after their fifteenth birthday. As Elena mourns her sister, she tries to live her life without the limitations and rules Marianella set for her. When her life spirals out of control, Elena realizes the depth of her roots and the guilt of not helping her sister before it was too late.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Same Blood appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book deals with the aftermath of a twin sister's suicide, which is a significant and potentially distressing theme. It explores the emotional turmoil and guilt surrounding this event. The book's exploration of suicide and the emotional struggles of the protagonist may be considered disturbing or scary for some readers, particularly those sensitive to themes of mental health and grief.

  • Does The Same Blood have violence?

    The book deals with the aftermath of a twin sister's suicide, which is a significant and potentially distressing theme. It explores the emotional turmoil and guilt surrounding this event.

  • Does The Same Blood have scary content?

    The book's exploration of suicide and the emotional struggles of the protagonist may be considered disturbing or scary for some readers, particularly those sensitive to themes of mental health and grief.

  • Does The Same Blood have religious themes?

    No religious content or themes are present in the narrative of 'The Same Blood'.

  • Does The Same Blood have racial/cultural content?

    The protagonist is a Puerto Rican teen, which indicates a focus on Latinx identity and cultural experiences, particularly in the context of dealing with grief and family dynamics.

  • Does The Same Blood have profanity?

    No instances of profanity are mentioned in relation to 'The Same Blood'.

  • Does The Same Blood have climate change?

    No climate-related themes or content are present in the narrative of 'The Same Blood'.

  • Does The Same Blood have sexual identity?

    No sexual content or themes are indicated in the search results for 'The Same Blood'.

  • Does The Same Blood have gender roles?

    No specific gender roles or themes related to gender expectations are mentioned in the search results for 'The Same Blood'.

  • Does The Same Blood have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the search results related to 'The Same Blood'.