A review by kellee
The View From Saturday by E.L. Konigsburg

emotional funny hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Charming found family story, but dated, this is a novel version of the film Slumdog Millionaire. I thought I’d choose this one for my middle school book club, but ultimately decided against it for some of the tone deaf language.

3.5 stars.