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Twisted — Content Guide for Parents

By Laurie Halse AndersonViking2007ISBN 9781429530309250 pages
Twisted

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Religious themes

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

About this book

After finally getting noticed by someone other than school bullies and his ever-angry father, seventeen-year-old Tyler enjoys his tough new reputation and the attentions of a popular girl, but when life starts to go bad again, he must choose between transforming himself or giving in to his destructive thoughts.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Twisted appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book includes scenes where a character considers suicide and puts a gun in his mouth, as well as instances of a friend being tied down and tormented. It also references drinking, drugs, and sexual violence. No content is flagged as scary or frightening in the search results. The focus is more on the emotional and psychological struggles of the protagonist.

  • Does Twisted have violence?

    The book includes scenes where a character considers suicide and puts a gun in his mouth, as well as instances of a friend being tied down and tormented. It also references drinking, drugs, and sexual violence.

  • Does Twisted have scary content?

    No content is flagged as scary or frightening in the search results. The focus is more on the emotional and psychological struggles of the protagonist.

  • Does Twisted have religious themes?

    No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are present in the narrative of 'Twisted'. The search results do not indicate any religious themes.

  • Does Twisted have racial/cultural content?

    There are no explicit themes of race or racism in the narrative of 'Twisted'. The search results do not indicate any racial elements as a central theme.

  • Does Twisted have profanity?

    The book features infrequent swearing, including words such as 's--t' and 'f--k'. This language is used within the context of the characters' experiences and emotions.

  • Does Twisted have climate change?

    No climate-related themes or discussions are present in the search results for 'Twisted'.

  • Does Twisted have sexual identity?

    The narrative contains references to sexual content, including erections, sexual fantasies, kissing, petting, and intercourse. These elements are part of the protagonist's exploration of identity and relationships.

  • Does Twisted have gender roles?

    The book explores themes related to masculinity and societal expectations of being a man today. It critiques traditional gender roles by depicting the protagonist's struggles with identity and societal pressures.

  • Does Twisted have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly mentioned in the search results for 'Twisted'. The content primarily focuses on the protagonist's struggles with identity and societal expectations.