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Gothic Lolita

(2008, Fiction - Fantasy, Written by Dakota Lane)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 14; suggested age 15.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Dark novel tries too hard to be deep and complicated.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 15 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    There are some intense themes of abandonment and instances of prostitution, but overall the themes mainly speak to love and strong bonds between friends.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    A boy dies in a forest fire, a mother kills herself by jumping into the sea, and a father dies after a long illness in a hospital.

  • Sex:

    A girl exchanges sex for money to afford luxurious clothing and convinces her friend to try it once. The encounter is briefly described. There are some instances of teens making out.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    There are some high-end designer names mentioned, mostly Japanese brands, that are essential to Japanese Gothic Lolita style.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Gothic Lolita

Parents need to know that this is a dark novel dealing with themes of abandonment, deaths of loved ones -- both through natural causes and tragedy -- and some sexual situations. The "Gothic Lolita" style of dress originated in Japan and is very different than the western style of Goth. Parents may want to do a little research on the style and culture to understand the novel a bit better.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    PrincessOfWonder ...
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 1.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Negative message

    Advice from a lolita

    I my self AM a Lolita i dress in the fashion and i found this book a bit offencive and misinforming. Lolita fashion is all about modesty and innocence, i dont know any lolita who would EVER sell her self for clothes. And also the book was not written well at all it was too much of trying way to hard to be intense and surreal. honestly i recommend not reading it at all, thare are much better alternatives for books on the Gothic Lolita fashion with MUCH more creative uplifting stories.

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Flaper
    I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it 5.0

    Amazing book, if they make it a movie I will be the first one in line at the movie !

    Well... I don't know What to say... This... well... um... you see... This was the BEST book I have ever read. NO book will EVER compare to that book.

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