Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow

Simon Sort of Says

Erin Bow

320 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction contemporary middle grade emotional reflective sad medium-paced
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Description

An unforgettable and timely novel from an award-winning author. Ask Simon O'Keeffe why his family moved to tiny Grin And Bear It, Nebraska, and he'll tell you they were driven out of Omaha by alpacas.In Simon's version of the story, a blessing of ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 433 reviews

Moods

emotional 88%
funny 73%
hopeful 63%
sad 41%
reflective 33%
inspiring 27%
adventurous 22%
challenging 22%
lighthearted 17%
dark 8%
tense 7%
informative 5%
mysterious 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 70%
fast 24%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 48% | A mix: 48% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 98% | It's complicated: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 97% | It's complicated: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 17%

Average rating

4.39

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