A Long Way from Chicago by Richard Peck

A Long Way from Chicago

A Long Way from Chicago #1

Richard Peck

160 pages first pub 1998 (editions)

fiction middle grade funny lighthearted fast-paced
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Description

Join Joey and his sister Mary Alice as they spend nine unforgettable summers with the worst influence imaginable--their grandmother!

Community Reviews Summary of 2,238 reviews

Moods

funny 87%
lighthearted 84%
adventurous 60%
emotional 18%
relaxing 18%
hopeful 15%
inspiring 15%
reflective 15%
mysterious 9%
informative 6%
sad 3%

Pace

fast 51%
medium 39%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 43% | Character: 37% | Plot: 15% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 45% | No: 38% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | No: 9% | It's complicated: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 62% | Yes: 24% | It's complicated: 13%

Average rating

3.87

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