Love (and Other Uses for Duct Tape)
(2008, Fiction - Coming of Age, Written by Carrie Jones)
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 13. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Characters in sequel won't stick with readers.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 13–15
The good stuff
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Love (and Other Uses for Duct Tape)
Parents need to know that in this sequel to Tips on Having a Gay (Ex) Boyfriend, a central plot is about Belle dealing with her best friend's pregnancy -- and her own decision to have sex with her boyfriend. There is some language, and a mean girl tries to humiliate Belle by spreading nasty rumors.
Read our full review by Kate Pavao
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