Artichoke Hearts by Sita Brahmachari

Artichoke Hearts

Mira Levenson #1

Sita Brahmachari

321 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction middle grade young adult challenging emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

Twelve-year-old Mira comes from a chaotic, artistic and outspoken family where it’s not always easy to be heard. As her beloved Nana Josie's health declines, Mira begins to discover the secrets of those around her, and also starts to keep some of ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 45 reviews

Moods

emotional 83%
hopeful 66%
sad 66%
reflective 50%
funny 33%
inspiring 33%
challenging 16%
lighthearted 16%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 16%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 40%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | N/A: 16% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 33% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.78

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