Cover of Gritty Girl
PG

Gritty Girl

Author: Barbara Thomason

Genre: Juvenile Fiction / Middle Grade Contemporary

ISBN: 9798992369502

Content Labels: ST – Sensitive Topics

PG

Gritty Girl contains mild bullying and peer cruelty that may be emotionally distressing for sensitive readers. The protagonist experiences hazing, social ostracism, and humiliation by peers, including being tricked into drinking toilet water—though no profanity, sexual content, or graphic violence is present. The book deals with the emotional aftermath of bullying and includes themes of grief, loneliness, empathy, and empowerment, making it suitable for readers aged 10 and up with parental guidance.