The books look so dark... Are they really appropriate?
2006-08-31 13:33:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
The best way for you to determine if they are appropriate for your daughter is to read them yourself. I read everything my children read (leaves little time for me to read my own stuff) and I know what they are reading and what is out there. I know there are books that my oldest cannot read at this time because she has night terrors, but one day she will be able to read them. You are the only person who will know if something is too old, too dark or too inappropriate for your daughter. Borrow one or two from the library and read them. If you find them objectionable tell her and explain to her why you find them so. Then ask her to wait until she is older and then the two of you can discuss them after she is finished reading them.
2006-08-31 13:58:06 · answer #1 · answered by mom of girls 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
These books are directed towards young adults. And the story is supposed to be about a 13 year old girl. I myself have not read any of them, so I can't give you any real feedback. Either way, I say, if your daughter really wants to read them, and you are really concerned about them, then maybe you should read it yourself first, or just grab one and have a look at it.
Additionally, since it is directed towards young adults (aka teens) I think they would not have anything inappropriate that you would not want your daughter to read.
Additionally, if your daughter really wants to read, that is good. If you see nothing that is really wrong and inappropriate with a book, you should let her read it, even if too you it may seem a little strange. By not letting her read what she is interested in, may lead her to lose interest in reading altogether. And if you really feel she shouldn't read a book, you need to make sure you explain to her your reasons not to.
Here are a few links for the description of the books, and the books actual website (directed towards a supposed actual interview with Emily):
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780811831475&itm=1
http://www.emilystrange.com/beware/radio/DarkHorse/interview.cfm
I hope this helps out a little, I'm sorry I couldn't help out more.
2006-08-31 14:07:13 · answer #2 · answered by Blah (for now) 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I haven't read them, but when I was that age I read a lot of dark books and found them more enjoyable than 'light' books. Let her read what she wants, otherwise she might become bored by reading what is "appropriate".
2006-08-31 22:50:41 · answer #3 · answered by waiting 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If your daughter understands the books or any books that she wants to read you should definitely encourage her. What anyone gets out of books that they read at any time in their lives will affect what and how they look at life in their futures. That includes school books, non-fiction and fiction of all types.
2006-09-01 04:43:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I haven't read them, but take a look at the professional reviews on Amazon and the reader reviews too.
http://www.amazon.com/Emily-Strange-Boring-Issue/dp/1593073232/sr=8-1/qid=1157078611/ref=pd_bbs_1/002-7208682-0695211?ie=UTF8&s=books
2006-08-31 15:46:36 · answer #5 · answered by Ginger/Virginia 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
they are wonderful, of course you sould let her. people who read for fun are really smart. let your daughters mind expand into the world of books.
2006-08-31 14:48:30 · answer #6 · answered by Mandy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋