Prom Dates from Hell (by Rosemary Clement-Moore)
common sense media says
Humorous high school horror; some edgy material.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that there is some fantasy violence and swearing here, as well as many references to things commercial and sexual, though nothing graphic. Maggie is both a funny and brave hero. She has a sarcastic wit when dealing with demons, bullies, and her own fears, and a way of comparing high school with Hell that provides much of the book's humor. This is pretty fluffy fare, but good fun.
Educational value:
This is pretty fluffy fare, but it IS a book. Inspired parents may want to use our "Families Can Talk About" section to get their kids thinking more deeply about the horror and fantasy genres of books.
Positive role models:
Maggie is both funny and brave. She has a sarcastic wit when dealing with demons, bullies, and her own fears, and a way of comparing high school with Hell that provides much of the book's humor.
Violence:
There is a lot of fantasy violence, including many severe and bloody injuries, both in real life and in dreams. Violence includes burning, tearing, and biting by dogs; breaking bones, etc. Also, it is implied that one of the characters was date-raped in the past.
Sex:
Mentions of wild sex, going all the way, lesbians, getting into a girl's pants, kissing.
Language:
"A--hole," "a--wipe," "bitch," "s--t."
Consumerism:
Mentions of Chiclets, Coke, Starbucks, Converse, Prada, Ding Dongs, Twinkies.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
References to smoking, binge drinking. Minor teen characters smoke pot, drink, and get drunk.
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parent of and 7 , 9 , 15 year old
parent of and 7 , 9 , 15 year old
good
my son jason loved it
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teen, 17 years old
teen, 17 years old
Had me in hysterics!
This short little novel is a refreshing break from your normal fantasy titles. Maggie's humor and wit with the circumstances around her of high school and demon-hunting (what a combo) are astounding. For teens, this is a book that you can identify to. If you are in the library and see this short novel looking lonely on the shelf, pick it up and have a read!
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