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- Ages
- 18–18
AI summary
Rabbit, a seventeen-year-old struggling with her mother's death and a stalking ex-boyfriend, finds solace in a new girl, Juliet. Together with another girl, they form a pact to seek violent revenge against a group of boys who have been victimizing girls at parties.
Parent notes
The book features a central lesbian romance and promotes themes of vigilante violence and revenge that conflict with traditional family values. Parent concerns: Same-sex romantic relationship between teenage girls.; Vigilante violence and revenge themes.; Severe alcoholism in a parent figure.; Implied sexual assault by male antagonists (referred to as things boys do to 'unsuspecting girls at parties').; Stalking and toxic relationships.; Themes of grief and depression. Romance/sexual content: The story centers on a romantic attraction between two girls (Rabbit and Juliet), described as Rabbit 'falling harder for her than she thought possible.' Language: Given the 'Contemporary YA' and 'Crime' genres involving stalkers and alcoholics, moderate language is expected. Violence: The plot involves a 'startling act of violence' and a revenge plot against boys for their behavior toward girls. Substances: The protagonist's father is described as 'campaigning hard for Functioning Alcoholic of the Year.' Drinking at parties is also mentioned. Worldview themes: LGBTQ+ Identity, Vigilante Justice, Feminist Revenge, Skepticism of Authority
Why parents choose this book
What makes Rabbit & Juliet worth choosing
An honest, parent-first look at who this book suits, what it offers, and what to know before you buy.
Best for
- Age range: 18–18.
- Reading maturity: Young adult — teen protagonists and more nuanced themes.
- Kids who tend to love it: readers ages 18–18 looking for a solid story.
- Personality fit: kids ages 18–18 who enjoy a good story.
Parents love this book because
- Written by Rebecca Stafford, whose books parents return to for consistently thoughtful storytelling.
Your child will probably enjoy Rabbit & Juliet if they…
- Enjoy stories written for kids around ages 18–18
This book helps develop
Vocabulary, sustained attention, and reading confidence for the 18–18 age band.
Things parents should know
- Romance: romantic subplot with kissing or teen dating.
- Violence: clear on-page conflict without lingering detail.
- Language: occasional mild words for the older end of the band.
- Sexual content: references or fade-to-black moments.
Reading commitment
Why we recommend it
We don't broadly recommend Rabbit & Juliet for the 18–18 age band; see the notes above before choosing. Rebecca Stafford's voice is what makes it stick: readable, respectful of kids, and easy to hand to the next child in the family.
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