The True Meaning of Smekday by Adam Rex

The True Meaning of Smekday

Smek #1

Adam Rex with Adam Rex (Illustrator)

423 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction middle grade science fiction young adult adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced
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It all starts with a school essay. When twelve-year-old Gratuity ("Tip") Tucci is assigned to write five pages on "The True Meaning of Smekday" for the National Time Capsule contest, she's not sure where to begin. When her mom started telling ever...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,155 reviews

Moods

funny 93%
adventurous 87%
lighthearted 62%
hopeful 37%
challenging 12%
emotional 12%
inspiring 6%
reflective 6%
relaxing 6%
tense 6%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 72% | A mix: 18% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 78% | No: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 84% | It's complicated: 7% | Yes: 7%

Average rating

4.12

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