Goodbye Stranger by Rebecca Stead

Goodbye Stranger

Rebecca Stead

304 pages • first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction middle grade young adult hopeful lighthearted slow-paced

Description

This brilliant, New York Times bestselling novel from the author of the Newbery Medal winner When You Reach Me explores multiple perspectives on the bonds and limits of friendship. Long ago, best friends Bridge, Emily, and Tab made a pact: no figh...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,136 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
lighthearted 52%
hopeful 42%
emotional 38%
funny 28%
relaxing 19%
inspiring 14%
mysterious 14%
challenging 4%
dark 4%
sad 4%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 30%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 58% | A mix: 41%

Strong character development?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 53% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 6%

Average rating

3.92

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