Hearts Unbroken, Cynthia Leitich Smith 
Book
Contemporary
Young Adult
Book
Contemporary
Young Adult
Updated: 7 May 2026
No rape or sexual assault
Rape or sexual assault mentioned in passing (in discussion and/or implied)
Sexual harassment (e.g. verbal or non-consensual touching/grabbing)
Sexual relationship between adult and teenager
Child sexual abuse
Incest
Attempted rape
Rape strongly implied/details surrounding a rape discussed in detail (i.e. the events before/after)
Detailed/vivid description of rape

Description

The protagonist breaks up with her boyfriend towards the beginning of the book. Later, this boy tries to act like they did not break up, trying to kiss her and grab her behind. The protagonist pushes him away. While working on the school newspaper, the protagonist interviews girls who have been sexually harassed by other students.

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