Scam is YA fiction novel by award-winning author Lesley Choyce. Josh has just lost his mom to a drug overdose when he meets Lindsay, a girl who seems like she could be a friend. But Josh doesn't know anything about Lindsay and she isn't exactly what she seems.
Sex: None. The main characters date and kiss, but nothing more than that.
Language: Mild.
Drug/Alcohol Use: Josh's mom died of a drug overdose. He tries drinking with Lindsay. Lindsay smokes weed in front of him.
Violence/Gore/Frightening Scenes/Death: Both of the main characters lose someone close to them. A boy in Josh's group home accidentally burns himself badly.
Final Note: This was a really short, quick read. While it does have some mature material, including teenage petty theft, it would be a good book for kids in high school who may still struggle some with reading.
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