The Breakaways by Cathy G. Johnson

The Breakaways

Cathy G. Johnson

224 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ middle grade lighthearted medium-paced

Description

Quiet, sensitive Faith starts middle school already worrying about how she will fit in. To her surprise, Amanda, a popular eighth grader, convinces her to join the school soccer team, the Bloodhounds. Having never played soccer in her life, Faith ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 498 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 75%
funny 47%
hopeful 44%
emotional 36%
inspiring 27%
adventurous 16%
reflective 16%
relaxing 8%
tense 8%
informative 5%
sad 5%
challenging 2%
dark 2%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 42%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 58% | A mix: 29% | Plot: 9% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.2

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