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Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author — Content Guide for Parents

By Jason ReynoldsFaber & Faber2024-10-08ISBN 9780571390694256 pages
Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author

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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 tender teen love story from the Carnegie-winning author of Look Both Ways.

'Jason Reynolds has done it again!' Judy Blume

Seventeen-year-old Neon is about to have sex with his girlfriend, Aria, for the first time. In 24 seconds to be precise. He's hiding in the bathroom, nervous, wanting to do everything right . . .

Rewind. To 24 minutes earlier where Neon rushes from work, taking the gift of fried chicken to Aria's house.

Rewind again. To 24 hours earlier when Neon's big sister has advice about sex which makes him think he probably shouldn't be listening to his friends.

To 24 days earlier. To 24 weeks earlier. To 24 months earlier, when he and Aria first met.

This tender, sweet, wholesome piece of fiction discusses how to approach first sex, how to respect women, how to be gentle, how to make it about love. It shows us a refreshingly different side to male sexuality.

'Twenty-Four Seconds From Now will stay with readers for years to come. A gem of a book!' Angie Thomas, author of The Hate U Give

Jason Reynolds won the Carnegie Medal for his book, Look Both Ways, in 2019 and was a New York Times #1 bestseller on 3rd November of the same year.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence detected in the search results. The book is described as a sweet and moving teen romance without violent themes. No scary content detected in the search results. The book is described as a heartfelt romance without frightening themes.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have violence?

    No violence detected in the search results. The book is described as a sweet and moving teen romance without violent themes.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have scary content?

    No scary content detected in the search results. The book is described as a heartfelt romance without frightening themes.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have religious themes?

    No religious content detected in the search results. The narrative does not reference any specific religious practices or beliefs.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have racial/cultural content?

    The book features Black protagonists and emphasizes themes of Black love and community, highlighting the experiences of Black teens in a romantic context.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results. The narrative does not mention the use of strong language.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in the search results. The book does not address environmental issues.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have sexual identity?

    The book addresses themes of teenage sexuality, focusing on a couple ready to take their relationship to the next level, including discussions about sex and intimacy.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have gender roles?

    The narrative explores themes of male sexuality and vulnerability in relationships, presenting a modern perspective on teenage love and intimacy.

  • Does Twenty-Four Seconds From Now A Regular Love Story, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results. The book focuses on a heterosexual romance between two high school seniors.