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Twenty-Four Seconds from Now — Content Guide for Parents

By Jason ReynoldsSimon + Schuster LLC2024-10-08ISBN 9781665967112239 pages
Twenty-Four Seconds from Now

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

About this book

A New York Times Bestseller "Jason Reynolds has done it again!...Fresh from start to finish...This is what it could be, should be, if only we were all as lucky as Aria. Girls (and everyone) wait for your Neon!" -Judy Blume, New York Times bestselling author of Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. and Forever... #1 New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds tackles it-you know...it-from the guy's perspective in this unfiltered and undeniably sweet stream of consciousness story of a teen boy about to experience a huge first. Twenty-four months ago: Neon gets chased by a dog all around the parking lot of a church. Not his finest moment. And definitely one he would have loved to forget if it weren't for the dog's owner: Aria. Dressed in sweats, a t-shirt, hair in a ponytail. Aria. Way more than fine. Twenty-four weeks ago: Neon's dad insists on talking to him about tenderness and intimacy. Neon and Aria are definitely in love, and while they haven't taken that next big step...yet, they've starting talking about...that. Twenty-four days ago: Neon's mom finds her-gulp-bra in his room. Hey! No judging! Those hook thingies are complicated! So he'd figured he'd better practice, what with the big day only a month away. Twenty-four minutes ago: Neon leaves his shift at work at his dad's bingo hall, making sure to bring some chicken tenders for Aria. They're not candlelight and they definitely aren't caviar, but they are her favorite. And right this second? Neon is locked in Aria's bathroom, completely freaking out because twenty-four seconds from now he and Aria are about to...about to... Well, they won't do anything if he can't get out of his own head (all the advice, insecurities, and what ifs) and out of this bathroom!

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Twenty-Four Seconds from Now appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence detected in the search results. The book is described as a sweet and moving teen romance. No scary content detected in the search results. The narrative is described as light-hearted and humorous.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have violence?

    No violence detected in the search results. The book is described as a sweet and moving teen romance.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have scary content?

    No scary content detected in the search results. The narrative is described as light-hearted and humorous.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have religious themes?

    No religious content detected in the search results.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have racial/cultural content?

    The book features Black protagonists and explores themes relevant to their experiences. It is noted for its representation of Black love and the emotional growth of its characters.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in the search results.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have sexual identity?

    The book addresses themes of physical intimacy and relationships among high school seniors. It discusses emotional feelings related to sex and promotes open conversations about intimacy and consent.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have gender roles?

    The book explores modern gender roles through the lens of a teenage romance, focusing on intimacy and emotional connection rather than traditional gender expectations. It promotes open discussions about relationships.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds from Now have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results. The focus is primarily on a romance between two high school seniors.