Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Grief, Death of parentModerate
Child death, Animal death, Medical contentMinor
Alcoholism, Miscarriage, AlcoholCommunity Reviews
Summary of 3452 reviews
Moods
sad 65%
hopeful 38%
informative 36%
reflective 31%
challenging 25%
inspiring 22%
dark 15%
tense 9%
adventurous 6%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
Pace
fast 33%
slow 19%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 48% | Character: 41% | Plot: 6% | N/A: 3%Strong character development?
Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 9% | N/A: 6%Loveable characters?
Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 15% | N/A: 3%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 84% | N/A: 9% | It's complicated: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 7%Average rating
227 pages | first published 1997
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ISBN/UID: 9780439771276
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Publication date: Not specified
Description
When Billie Jo is just fourteen she must endure heart-wrenching ordeals that no child should have to face. The quiet strength she displays while dealing with unspeakable loss is as surprising as it is inspiring.Written in free verse, this award-wi...Book Information
227 pages | first published 1997
The StoryGraph is an affiliate of the featured links. We earn commission on any purchases made.
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ISBN/UID: 9780439771276
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Publication date: Not specified
Description
When Billie Jo is just fourteen she must endure heart-wrenching ordeals that no child should have to face. The quiet strength she displays while dealing with unspeakable loss is as surprising as it is inspiring.Written in free verse, this award-wi...Book information
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Grief, Death of parentModerate
Child death, Animal death, Medical contentMinor
Alcoholism, Miscarriage, AlcoholCommunity Reviews
Summary of 3452 reviews
Moods
sad 65%
hopeful 38%
informative 36%
reflective 31%
challenging 25%
inspiring 22%
dark 15%
tense 9%
adventurous 6%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
Pace
fast 33%
slow 19%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 48% | Character: 41% | Plot: 6% | N/A: 3%Strong character development?
Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 9% | N/A: 6%Loveable characters?
Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 15% | N/A: 3%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 84% | N/A: 9% | It's complicated: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 7%Average rating