Hello, Universe by

Hello, Universe

352 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction contemporary middle grade emotional hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
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Winner of the 2018 Newbery Medal In one day, four lives weave together in unexpected ways. Virgil Salinas is shy and kindhearted and feels out of place in his loud and boisterous family. Valencia Somerset, who is deaf, is smart, brave, and secret...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,696 reviews

Moods

adventurous 69%
hopeful 61%
emotional 48%
lighthearted 44%
inspiring 35%
reflective 28%
funny 26%
tense 10%
challenging 8%
mysterious 7%
relaxing 7%
informative 5%
sad 3%
dark 1%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 32%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 40% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 95% | No: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.83

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