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The Secret Life of Prince Charming

(2009, Fiction - Contemporary Fiction, Written by Deb Caletti)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 11, age appropriate for kids over 14; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Teen's quest for truth is compelling; some strong profanity.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 14 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    There are some selfish adults, including parents. Some acting out from a tween. Drug use and cheating, as well.

  • Violence:

    A violent, moody ex-boyfriend is described by one woman; we don't see any of the violence.

  • Sex:

    Women describe their first French kiss, talk about heavy petting. Another woman describes a man's body's attributes. Talk about passionate encounters, bedroom behavior, including a teen boy having sex with an older woman. Sexual situations are described.

  • Language:

    Regular swearing from both kids and adults, including the "f-bomb."

  • Consumerism:

    Some talk of money and fame, including a specific car type, but nothing obsessive.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    An adult makes marijuana brownies in full view of the teen daughter. A woman talks about a teenage boyfriend who used drugs and alcohol.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Secret Life of Prince Charming

Parents need to know that there is some very strong language in the novel, including "f--k." There's talk of adult relationships, divorce, and infidelity. First intimate/sexual experiences are described.

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