The Boy on the Porch by Sharon Creech

The Boy on the Porch

Sharon Creech

160 pages first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction middle grade mysterious fast-paced

Description

From Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech comes a singular story that reminds us of the surprising connections that bloom when unconditional love and generosity prevail. For when a young couple finds a boy asleep on their porch, their lives take an ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 312 reviews

Moods

emotional 57%
hopeful 57%
lighthearted 42%
reflective 42%
inspiring 28%
mysterious 14%
relaxing 14%

Pace

fast 75%
slow 12%
medium 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Character: 40% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 83% | Yes: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 83% | Yes: 16%

Average rating

3.74

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