As someone who recommends books to students, I have often wished I had a reference that told me if the book was appropriate for an 11 year old child.
My goal is to not say this book or that is or is not appropriate, because appropriate for one child is not for another. My goal is simply to inform parents, educators, and students about what the book contains (profanity, drugs, etc) and allow you to decide what is best for you, your child, or student.
I would also like to let you know my opinion on the quality of writing and story told in the novel as a traditional review does.