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Cover of Sweet Tooth, Vol. 4

Sweet Tooth, Vol. 4

Jeff Lemire (2012)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages176 (Quick Read (<250))
Setting
CSM age16+
Goodreads4.17/5 (8444)

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageModerate

Synopsis

"They were hunted...but they survived. The half-animal hybrid child called Gus and the big man called Jepperd have escaped the clutches of a brutal militia, with a ragtag band of scientists, survivors, and other hybrids in tow. Though the betrayals and sins of the past are fresh in their minds, an uneasy truce binds the group together. Now they head north to Alaska, where salvation from the sickness that slaughtered billions--and the mysterious condition that created Gus and his hybrid friends--may be found."--P. [4] of cover.

Is Sweet Tooth, Vol. 4 appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This graphic novel contains strong violence from a brutal militia hunting hybrid children, along with the aftermath of a plague that killed billions. The mature themes of genocide, survival, and betrayal make it appropriate for mature teens and adults.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include child harm, genocide, and death (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens who enjoy dark post-apocalyptic stories with unique characters and found family themes will be gripped by Gus and Jepperd's desperate journey north.

Tags

Post-ApocalypticGraphic NovelDystopianSpeculative Fiction