In terms of the content, I did not find there to be anywhere near as much language, sexuality, drinking, etc. as the majority of teen novels. That said, the month-away-from-graduation high school seniors in this novel behave like real world older teens. They do pull elaborate pranks which include illegal trespassing, and urban exploration is discussed. What sets this novel apart is the fact that it delves into very deep questions about identity and relationships. Echos of Into the Wild and Catcher in the Rye can be heard quite clearly - and anyone who has ever had the urge to buck up against the expectations of peers, parents, and/or society will find plenty to think about in this novel. A couple of things that I think make this novel really stand out for parents and educators: 1. While one character has negligent parents, the majority of the adults in this novel and intelligent and truly concerned about the teens - they are advocates, not hostile enemies. 2. John Green does a great job creating strong, complex female characters. 3. This novel features amazingly healthy and supportive teen friendships - especially between three boys.