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Gothic Lolita
- By Dakota Lane
- Genre: Fantasy
Common Sense Media says
Dark novel tries too hard to be deep and complicated.
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What parents need to know
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.
What's the story?
Two girls, one in America and one in Japan, find an unlikely and mystical connection to each other through their love of the Japanese fashion style "Gothic Lolita" and their unwavering love for their little brothers. Mysterious coincidences draw them closer together even thought they've never actually spoken to one another; one girl mourns the loss of her brother while the other tries to protect hers from being adopted. In a time of crisis and deep despair they reach out to each other in ways neither thought possible.
Is it any good?
This book may appeal more to teens who are into the "Gothic Lolita" style and culture than those who just happen upon this book. While it has some universal themes of love and the human connection, the author tries too hard to make a simple plot complex.
Author Dakota Lane uses poetic prose as a base on which she tries to weave darkness, mystery, and mythical connections into a gripping story that ultimately falls flat. The novel is earnest in its attempt to be deep, but never really achieves more than a superficial layer of mystery. Without the mystery or mystical connection, the novel plods along as heavy and overwrought as the crinoline skirts the fashion-obsessed teens wear.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about dealing with the loss of a loved one. How did each girl cope? How were their families affected? Do you have someone you can turn to when you need to talk? What about online friends? How well do you know those you hang out with online, and how many are true friends?
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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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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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The term Lolita
The term Lolita came a novel of the same name by Vladimir Nabokov. It follows the life of the main male lead(37) and his journey with his 12 year old love. I haven't read this book but parents should always be aware of the meaning of the titles and what it might have to so with the story line.
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| Author: | Dakota Lane |
| Book type: | Fiction |
| Genre: | Fantasy |
| Publisher: | Ginee Seo Books |
| Publication date: | November 25, 2008 |
| Number of pages: | 208 |
| Hardcover price: | $17.99 |
| Publisher's recommended age(s): | 12 - 14 |
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