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The reformed vampire support group

Catherine Jinks · 2009

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for The reformed vampire support group by Catherine Jinks. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Kindness & empathy3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Death is a central theme due to the nature of the characters being vampires; some character losses occur.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Mild descriptions of blood consumption and injuries associated with the vampire lifestyle.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild-to-moderate insults or exclamations may appear, but strong profanity is not a major feature.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Includes minor references to folklore-based religious themes regarding vampires.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Contains teenage romantic tensions and crushes typical of YA fiction.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Atmospheric tension and some frightening encounters with other supernatural beings.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Contains some light innuendo and suggestive banter.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Some references to drinking and general substance use in a social context.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes vampire-related combat, threats of injury, and some intense confrontations.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate bravery in standing up for themselves and their community.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Uses an imaginative, subversive take on traditional vampire tropes.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a group of diverse misfits with various backgrounds.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Primarily entertainment, with some social commentary on group dynamics.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Shows the importance of empathy and supporting others within the support group.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of acceptance, identity, and the struggle to fit in despite differences.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are flawed and struggling, which makes them relatable but not always idealized.

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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 the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in The reformed vampire support group would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in The reformed vampire support group, and what caused that change?
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