Parent Reviews of The Call of the Wild

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Parents Say

age 12+

Based on 17 parent reviews

Parents say readers find the novel both engaging and troubling, with many highlighting its graphic depictions of animal abuse and violence. While some appreciate its literary value and the themes of survival and perseverance, others deem it unsuitable for younger audiences due to the distressing content and lack of redeeming qualities in the characters' actions.

  • animal abuse
  • engaging plot
  • violence concerns
  • not for children
  • literary value
  • survival themes
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