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Finding Paris

Joy Preble · 2015

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Finding Paris by Joy Preble. This book is content notes include Romance, Frightening scenes, Strong language; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Positive messages.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Romance3/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Strong language2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Positive messages4/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

A past death affects the story and characters, but it is not described as graphic or repeatedly shown on the page.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Mild, realistic teen language.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Includes age-appropriate teenage romantic interests.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

The missing-person search creates suspense and emotional unease, but this is not primarily a horror story and frightening material appears limited.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Brief mentions or minor romantic tension consistent with the YA genre.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

No significant substance use depicted.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Contains brief, non-graphic conflict and emotional tension.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Strong theme of facing fears to uncover truth.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages problem-solving and investigation.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Available information indicates limited, ordinary representation; there is not enough evidence of a notably broad or identity-centered cast.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

The book may encourage emotional awareness and reflection on family relationships, but teaching factual knowledge or skills is not its main purpose.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Empathy is central to the protagonist's growth.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on resilience, truth-seeking, and family bonds.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist demonstrates persistence and integrity.

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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 Finding Paris would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Finding Paris, and what caused that change?
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