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Larry and the Meaning of Life
(2008, Fiction - Contemporary Fiction)
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 14; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Third installment of series with wild plot twists and turns.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Larry and the Meaning of Life
Parents need to know that the main character gets depressed and seeks guidance from a questionable guru who may be running a cult. Violence includes a teen getting beaten up, land mines planted, and the threat of a possibly murderous stalker. There's talk of a teen hooking up with an adult and a few pictures to prove it.
Read our full review by Terreece Clarke
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about Josh's loss of direction in his life. Have you ever felt like you didn't know what to do next, or what you wanted to do with your life? Josh goes through some pretty extreme experiences to get himself back on track. How do you refocus on your goals? Families can also talk about how to set goals and how to deal with depression. Do you have someone you can talk to if you feel down? Do you know the difference between depression and just having the blues?
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