They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! — 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
‘If They Both Die at the End broke your heart and put it back together again, be prepared for this novel to do the same. A tender, sad, hopeful and youthful story that deserves as much love as its predecessor.’ Culturefly
'[A] heart-pounding story [full] of emotion and suspense.' Kirkus
'An extraordinary book with a riveting plot.' Booklist
A love story with a difference - an unforgettable tale of life, loss and making each day count.
On September 5th, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: they're going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they're both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: there's an app for that. It's called the Last Friend, and through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure - to live a lifetime in a single day.
Another beautiful, heartbreaking and life-affirming book from the brilliant Adam Silvera, author of More Happy Than Not, History Is All You Left Me, What If It's Us, Here's To Us and the Infinity Cycle series.
PRAISE FOR ADAM SILVERA:
'There isn't a teenager alive who won't find their heart described perfectly on these pages.' Patrick Ness, author of The Knife of Never Letting Go
'Adam Silvera is a master at capturing the infinite small heartbreaks of love and loss and grief.' Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything
'A phenomenal talent.' Juno Dawson, author of Clean and Wonderland
'Bold and haunting.' Lauren Oliver, author of Delirium
Frequently asked questions
Is They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes discussions of violence, including a character being beaten up and various deaths that occur in different ways, which are central to the plot's exploration of mortality. No elements of horror or frightening content are detected in the narrative, despite the themes of death and mortality.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have violence?
The narrative includes discussions of violence, including a character being beaten up and various deaths that occur in different ways, which are central to the plot's exploration of mortality.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have scary content?
No elements of horror or frightening content are detected in the narrative, despite the themes of death and mortality.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have religious themes?
The characters discuss serious topics including religion and faith, indicating that these themes are present in the narrative. However, the framing of these discussions is not explicitly promotional or critical.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have racial/cultural content?
The book features characters of Latino heritage, specifically highlighting Mateo as Puerto Rican and Rufus as Cuban-American. Their racial identities are integral to their experiences and perspectives in the story.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have profanity?
There is regular use of strong language, including words like 'f--k' and 's--t', which is noted as part of the narrative's tone and context.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have climate change?
No themes related to climate change or environmental issues are present in the narrative.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have sexual identity?
The book contains discussions about sex and romantic relationships among the characters, including moments of intimacy, although it is not heavily focused on explicit sexual content.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have gender roles?
The narrative does not focus on traditional or modern gender roles; rather, it centers on the characters' experiences related to love, mortality, and identity.
Does They Both Die at the End TikTok made me buy it! have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features two main characters, Mateo and Rufus, who are both queer. Mateo is described as Puerto Rican and queer, while Rufus is Cuban-American and bisexual. The narrative explores their relationship and experiences as LGBTQ+ teens in New York City.
