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Content & Trigger Warnings for Aristotle and Dante discover the secrets of the universe (2012)

8 content warnings identified for this book.

Quick Summary

Yes, Aristotle and Dante discover the secrets of the universe (2012) contains 8 content warnings : Homophobia / transphobia (depicted), Racial slurs / racism (depicted), Death of a parent, Grief / bereavement (major focus), Wrongful imprisonment, Drug use (depicted), Domestic violence / intimate partner abuse, Gun violence.

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Identity & Discrimination

3/5Depicted

Characters face homophobia and struggle with coming out in a conservative community

2/5Depicted

Mexican-American characters experience racism and cultural prejudice

Mental Health & Emotional

2/5Referenced

Parental loss and family grief discussed

3/5Depicted

Ari grieves the absence of his incarcerated brother and the emotional distance in his family

Other

2/5Referenced

Ari's brother is in prison, and the family's silence and shame around his incarceration is a recurring theme

Substance Use

3/5Depicted

Drug use and dealing feature in the storyline of supporting characters

Violence & Physical Harm

2/5Referenced

References to abusive home environments among secondary characters

3/5Depicted

A shooting incident is a significant plot event