The Thing about Luck by Cynthia Kadohata

The Thing about Luck

Cynthia Kadohata with Julia Kuo (Illustrator)

288 pages first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction middle grade young adult emotional slow-paced

Description

The winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, from Newbery Medalist Cynthia Kadohata. There is bad luck, good luck, and making your own luck--which is exactly what Summer must do to save her family. Summer knows that kouun m...

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Community Reviews Summary of 314 reviews

Moods

hopeful 71%
adventurous 57%
emotional 57%
reflective 57%
funny 28%
inspiring 28%
relaxing 28%
challenging 14%
informative 14%
lighthearted 14%
sad 14%
tense 14%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.53

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