American Psycho is about an extremely materialistic man. While he does live his life he is only going through the motions. He has a fiance, but he doesn't love her, he only finds that they are a good match because they are both physically attractive. Beneath this veneer of perfection, Patrick Bateman is a seriously disturbed man. He spends his nights paying hookers for their services and killing them. He also kills any coworker who poses a threat to him and his career. No one is the wiser to his actions because he has such a perfect life. Who would suspect him?
* For a better description of the book - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Psycho
American Psycho has been banned from several schools because of the intense look inside the inner mechanics of a mentally psychotic person and their logic. Many teachers question the what might happen if their students are exposed to such material. It has also been banned for extremely graphic depictions of mutilation, cannibalism, rape, and murder.
* For more information on the bannings and challenges of the book - http://www.shmoop.com/news/2010/05/24/most-controversial-books/
Do you think that a book depicting such a mentally unwell person is appropriate for middle or high school students? What could be the possible outcomes of exposing children and young adults to this material?
* 5 points extra credit
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