even tho the book has bad language it relates to many young african american teens growing up today, they may not be rich we teens can still RELATE.
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Hotlanta
(2008, Fiction - Coming of Age, Written by Denee Millner Mitzi Miller)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 13. -
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Common Sense says
Rich twins find family secret. Formulaic but fun.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 13–15
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What Parents Need to Know
About Hotlanta
Parents need to know that this book features lots of designer name dropping, some swearing, and a young couple who decides to have sex for the first time (though they don't end up actually doing it). The twins also spend time with men who have gotten out of jail (their father and Lauren's boyfriend's brother), attend the funeral of someone who is shot, and discover that their stepfather runs a gang.
Read our full review by Kate Pavao
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the popularity of series about rich girls. What is it about these books that are appealing? Like most of the books, Hotlanta is filled with lots of designer labels, makeup, and cars. Why do the authors label-drop like this? Does it make you more aware of labels? Does it make you want to buy more designer goods?
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- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
PERFECT FOR TEENS AGES:13+
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
Good book whether everyone likes it or not.
I love it . It was one of the best books I've ever read. Even though suburban families may not enjoy it, urban books like these help people like me with life. The story is very easy to relate to and even if your life isn't exactly like the plot it can teach teenagers lessons on how to handle their own problems. I look forward to reading the second and third book.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
i love it
it was about real life and thats wat got me im thinking book are all fake not this one
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
i can't wait' till the next book!
I really always hated reading until i came to this book, it is intersting i didnt want to put it down till i read it all. I love this book so much! please hurry and make the next one.
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