Reviews

Clayton Byrd Goes Underground by Rita Williams-Garcia

biblioemily's review

3.0

Grades 3-6. I wish the story could have been a bit longer, and more of Clayton's mom's story was included. But it was sweet and interesting.

nonime's review against another edition

adventurous informative sad slow-paced

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

3.75

shighley's review

3.0

Interesting that I read this immediately after I read Kwame Alexander's Solo, both with music as a foundation of the narrative. I agree with others who say the wrap up of this one might seem a bit abrupt; the amount of time describing the time on trains became a bit frustrating. I really did feel angst for poor Clayton; for some time, it seemed that no one at all could understand him.

As with Alexander's book, I feel this is best accompanied by some music. Williams-Garcia does give some nice background at the end of the book.

lily0843's review against another edition

emotional inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

neothe0ne's review

4.0

I give this novel 4 1/2 stars total. 4 for the book itself but 5 for the audio version because it really adds a richness to this musical book.

buggy123's review against another edition

adventurous emotional reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

gabieowleyess's review

3.0

Oregon Battle of the Books Read #5

I think I would have gotten more out of this one if I would have read it physically instead of reading it.

sxtwo's review

4.0

The kids and I all loved it.

readingthroughtheages's review

4.0

This book puts your heart through the wringer!

heisereads's review

4.0

A sweet story of grief, family, hope, and knowing what means the most to you and finding a way to hang on to it.