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- Published
- 2012
- Ages
- 13–17
About the book
About the book
The story continues as the practice of unwinding is challenged and new threats emerge.
AI summary
The story continues as the practice of unwinding is challenged and new threats emerge.
Why parents choose this book
What makes UnWholly 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: 13–17 (fits siblings across a range).
- Reading maturity: Young adult — teen protagonists and more nuanced themes.
- Kids who tend to love it: Science Fiction.
- Personality fit: big-imagination kids who love new worlds.
Parents love this book because
- Written by Neal Shusterman, whose books parents return to for consistently thoughtful storytelling.
Your child will probably enjoy UnWholly if they…
- Enjoy stories written for kids around ages 13–17
This book helps develop
Vocabulary, sustained attention, and reading confidence for the 13–17 age band.
Things parents should know
- Violence: clear on-page conflict without lingering detail.
- Language: occasional mild words for the older end of the band.
- Sexual content: essentially none.
Reading commitment
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Why we recommend it
We don't broadly recommend UnWholly for the 13–17 age band; see the notes above before choosing. It leans into science fiction in a way that feels genuine, not formulaic. Neal Shusterman'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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