Solo by Mary Rand Hess, Kwame Alexander

464 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction poetry young adult reflective medium-paced
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Solo by Kwame Alexander and Mary Rand Hess is a New York Times bestseller Kirkus Reviews said Solo is, "A contemporary hero's journey, brilliantly told." Through the story of a young Black man searching for answers about his life, Solo empowers, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,759 reviews

Moods

emotional 80%
reflective 58%
hopeful 41%
inspiring 41%
adventurous 37%
sad 27%
tense 9%
funny 7%
lighthearted 6%
dark 5%
challenging 3%
mysterious 2%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 57%
medium 38%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 52% | A mix: 40% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 10% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 8%

Average rating

3.82

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