It's a really great book. I guess though you really should know your kid. Or if your kid knows themselves enough they'll get it theirselves like I did... Actually I guess that's cause I knew my mom enough. Ha, ha
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Tips on Having a Gay (Ex) Boyfriend
(2007, Fiction - Coming of Age, Written by Carrie Jones)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 16; suggested age 13. -
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Like the title, there's too much going on here.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 13–16
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About Tips on Having a Gay (Ex) Boyfriend
Parents need to know that this book centers on a teen girl whose boyfriend tells her he's gay. She recalls having sex with him and eventually kisses a new guy; her ex-boyfriend goes on to have a relationship with another boy. There is swearing, including derogatory terms for gay people. And there is a disturbing scene where Belle is attacked by a bully at her school.
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- Families can talk about the portrayal of small towns. Belle is tolerant when she finds out her boyfriend is gay, but many in their town are not. Do you think this is an accurate portrayal? Are there any openly gay students at your school? How are they treated?
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