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Not Quite Human II

1989

Chip, the android boy is back. This time, he is off to college, suffering from a computer virus and in love with Roberta, another android. Will there be a happy ending?

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? The family-oriented premise suggests mild comic science-fiction peril and youthful romance. College setting and emotional themes may suit older children, but no strong mature content is indicated. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance2/5
  • Strong language1/5
  • Violence1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience2/5
  • Creativity & curiosity2/5
  • Good role models2/5

What’s in it?

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Some mild language may occur, but strong profanity or slurs are not indicated.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on innocent crushes between androids.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Conflict appears mild and comedic, with no indication of realistic or sustained violence.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

Main character exhibits courage in standing up for his nature.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Features imaginative sci-fi concepts regarding android life.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The android characters offer some identity difference, but the available information does not establish broad human representation or depth.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exploration of technology/sci-fi tropes.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Kindness is a recurring theme between the characters.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Promotes acceptance, personal identity, and the value of friendships.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are generally portrayed as positive and well-meaning.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in Not Quite Human II would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Not Quite Human II, and what caused that change?
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