Yes, i think the Satanic Verses is ONLY good for leaving around to shock people (who haven't tried to read it themselves....*yawn* lol). Though it is great bedtime reading, better than sheep-counting.

I agree with Dach - ask him over for dinner and see how he goes. The chances are however "cool" and manipulating he likes to think he is, he's just an insecure wee boy inside - the lie about his cousin shows that much in itself. Also a lot of people are nightmare teenagers (i was one) and grow up to be ok people, so he might just need someone in his life more like you, willing to listen. My parents didn't give me the support you give your DD. They were too scared that listening would equal endorsing.

Bx