This is a very touching book that made my cry. I think that this book should be for 12+. I don't like reading that much, but I would have to say after reading this book it just made me want to read more book by Natasha Friend! THIS IS A MUST READ!
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Bounce
(2007, Fiction - Coming of Age, Written by Natasha Friend)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 11, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 12. -
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Common Sense says
Satisfying coming-of-age read.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 12 and Up
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What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Bounce
Parents need to know that this book is about a 13-year-old girl facing challenges and trying to fit in. There is discussion of stuffing bras, belly-button rings, crushes and kissing boys, body changes or lack thereof, annoying siblings, parents who don't "get it," and vicious popular kids. Evyn Linney is a likeable character, funny, sassy, and, at times, sad; there are passages when she talks to her dead mother and desperately wants her comfort, and she steals money and tries to run away. Also, there are adults, specifically her father and girlfriend/new wife, who have sex and get pregnant.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about Evyn's challenges. Her situation is specific, but are her challenges somewhat relatable to all kids in middle school? Where does she find her strength? What is likeable about Evyn? Is there good communication among daughter, father, and brother? What characters do you relate to most in books and movies?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Educational
MUST READ!
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
i loved it
It is pretty good for mature kids 11+. It is about a girl that has to fit in to a new life.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
awesome
i think for teens, this is a good book because it's easy to relate. for adults, i wouldn't recommend it. but for teens, go for it!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
A must read book for every 12 year old
this book was awsome, and deals with every subject that we, as 12 year olds deal with.
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