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Synopsis
Up to his seventeenth year no one regarded Ronald as anything but a rather large, overfed youth, probably best ignored. Perhaps that was the trouble--no one really took a good look at Ronald. Except for his devoted mother, who saw only the son she wanted to see. Who, then, is Ronald? Ronald is that faceless unknown who waits - to take, to grab what he needs, to become the ultimate invader.
Is Bad Ronald appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This psychological thriller follows an isolated, overlooked teen who becomes increasingly dangerous after being hidden away by his overprotective mother. Contains themes of mental illness, violence, and stalking behavior that may disturb younger readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include isolation, mental illness, and stalking (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens interested in dark psychological stories about outcasts and the dangers of isolation will find this unsettling and compelling.