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Viral — Content Guide for Parents

By Alex Van TolOrca Book Publishers2020ISBN 9781459827400136 pages
Viral

Themes present

Violence
Sexual identity

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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

Mike is in love with his best friend, Lindsay. And he's pretty sure she feels the same way...until a misunderstanding destroys Lindsay's trust.

Devastated, Lindsay leaves town for the summer. When she returns in the fall, she has reinvented herself, dressing differently and hanging with the "in" crowd. And she wants nothing to do with Mike.

When a video of a very intoxicated Lindsay goes viral, Mike has to figure out a way to be there for his friend when she needs him most.

This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.

Frequently asked questions

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

    The narrative includes a scene where a character is drugged and sexually assaulted, which is a significant element of the plot. This depiction is serious and addresses themes of revenge and teenage angst. No scary content detected in the narrative of 'Viral'. The search results do not mention any elements that would be considered frightening or horror-related.

  • Does Viral have violence?

    The narrative includes a scene where a character is drugged and sexually assaulted, which is a significant element of the plot. This depiction is serious and addresses themes of revenge and teenage angst.

  • Does Viral have scary content?

    No scary content detected in the narrative of 'Viral'. The search results do not mention any elements that would be considered frightening or horror-related.

  • Does Viral have religious themes?

    No religious content detected in the narrative of 'Viral'. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or critiques present in the story.

  • Does Viral have racial/cultural content?

    No race or racism themes detected in the narrative of 'Viral'. The search results do not indicate any discussions or elements related to race.

  • Does Viral have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the narrative of 'Viral'. The search results do not indicate the presence of strong language within the text.

  • Does Viral have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in the narrative of 'Viral'. The search results do not mention environmental issues or climate activism.

  • Does Viral have sexual identity?

    The book contains explicit references to sexual assault, where the main character is taken advantage of while incapacitated. The narrative addresses the aftermath of this event without using the term 'rape'.

  • Does Viral have gender roles?

    No specific gender roles or themes related to gender expectations detected in the narrative of 'Viral'. The search results focus on teenage relationships without framing gender roles.

  • Does Viral have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results related to the narrative of 'Viral'. The content primarily discusses the plot involving teenage relationships and issues without reference to LGBTQ+ identities or themes.