Why was Cut by Patricia McCormick censored or challenged or banned?

Answer 1

• This book is filled with the hard truth about bad things happening to innocent people. It reveals the heart wrenching truth about children sold into various kinds of slavery around the world. This is not a book that takes long to finish, although the message and story are very emotionally heavy. McCormick's use of imagery and details draw a reader in and captivates until the conclusion of the story. I would recommend it to people who like to read realistic fiction about struggles that people face daily in our world.

Answer 2

"Cut" by Patricia McCormick has been challenged or banned in some schools and libraries due to its depiction of self-harm, mental health issues, and discussion of sensitive topics such as sexual abuse. Some parents and educators have raised concerns about the book's potentially triggering content for young readers.

Answer 3

the reason why it was banned is because it was too explicit for young readers to read

Answer 4

Because people don't feel that teens should learn about the atrocities that happen to children in other parts of the world.