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The Wicked Truth — Content Guide for Parents

By Pru SchuylerBarnes & Noble Press2021ISBN 9781666296969185 pages
The Wicked Truth

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Sexual identity

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

About this book

Stella Sullivan just wants to forget. But forgetting that night isn't possible. She's now navigating life with constant anxiety and nightmares she can't escape, even after her mom got a job offer that took her far away from the living reminder of what had happened. With this fresh start, Stella plans on staying under the radar--no friends, no extracurriculars, no distractions, and especially no boys. That is, until she meets her new neighbors. With emerald eyes and dark hair, Cade Carver is everything she desperately needs to avoid, but that proves to be impossible when his sister, Brooke, becomes the one person capable of breaking her rule. As their friendship grows, Brooke's dark secret comes to light, forcing Stella to confront the demons of her past. She's the only one who can discover the truth of what really happened to Brooke. But will Stella risk everything to uncover it ... even if it means losing the one boy she never planned on falling for? Sometimes, the truth is better left buried.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Wicked Truth appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book addresses sensitive subjects such as sexual assault and contains references to violence, including emotional turmoil related to these experiences. It is described as having a heavy and sensitive subject matter. No content that would be classified as scary is indicated in the search results for 'The Wicked Truth'.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have violence?

    The book addresses sensitive subjects such as sexual assault and contains references to violence, including emotional turmoil related to these experiences. It is described as having a heavy and sensitive subject matter.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have scary content?

    No content that would be classified as scary is indicated in the search results for 'The Wicked Truth'.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have religious themes?

    No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are present in the narrative of 'The Wicked Truth'.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme or plot element in 'The Wicked Truth' based on the search results.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have profanity?

    No instances of profanity are mentioned in the search results related to 'The Wicked Truth'.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have climate change?

    No climate themes or discussions are present in the narrative of 'The Wicked Truth'.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have sexual identity?

    The narrative includes themes of sexual assault, which are central to the character's emotional journey. The book is noted for its portrayal of the character's struggles with this experience.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have gender roles?

    No explicit discussion of gender roles or themes related to gender expectations are found in the search results for 'The Wicked Truth'.

  • Does The Wicked Truth have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly mentioned in the search results related to 'The Wicked Truth'.

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