When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead

When You Reach Me

Rebecca Stead

199 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction middle grade science fiction mysterious fast-paced
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Like A Wrinkle in Time (Miranda's favorite book), When You Reach Me far surpasses the usual whodunit or sci-fi adventure to become an incandescent exploration of 'life, death, and the beauty of it all.' --The Washington Post This Newbery Medal win...

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Community Reviews Summary of 9,679 reviews

Moods

mysterious 76%
adventurous 49%
emotional 39%
reflective 32%
hopeful 31%
lighthearted 25%
funny 24%
inspiring 15%
sad 15%
challenging 8%
tense 7%
relaxing 5%
dark 3%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 42%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Plot: 28% | Character: 19%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 61% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.11

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