Book Uncle and Me by Uma Krishnaswami

Book Uncle and Me

Uma Krishnaswami with Julianna Swaney (Illustrator)

152 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction childrens middle grade lighthearted slow-paced

Description

Every day, nine-year-old Yasmin borrows a book from Book Uncle, a retired teacher who has set up a free lending library on the street corner. But when the mayor tries to shut down the rickety bookstand, Yasmin has to take her nose out of her book ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 136 reviews

Moods

inspiring 80%
hopeful 40%
informative 40%
lighthearted 40%
adventurous 20%
funny 20%
reflective 20%
sad 20%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.88

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