Kid Reviews of Eleanor & Park

Eleanor & Park book cover: Two characters sit facing with backs to audience, both are wearing over-ear headphones, one has long, curly red hair, the other short black hair.

Kids Say

age 14+

Based on 78 kid reviews

Kids say this book is a mixed bag; while many appreciate its emotional depth and portrayal of first love, others find its handling of sensitive topics like abuse, racism, and explicit language problematic. Some reviewers recommend it for mature teens, noting its realistic depiction of difficult family dynamics, but caution that the language and content may not be suitable for younger readers.

  • emotional depth
  • mature themes
  • mixed reception
  • inappropriate language
  • family dynamics
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Eleanor & Park book cover: Two characters sit facing with backs to audience, both are wearing over-ear headphones, one has long, curly red hair, the other short black hair.

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