The Boy on the Porch by Sharon Creech

The Boy on the Porch

Sharon Creech

160 pages first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction middle grade emotional hopeful reflective fast-paced

Description

"This quiet novel sings. A graceful profound story for all ages that speaks well beyond its intended audience." --Kirkus (starred review)Fans of Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech's Ruby Holler will love this tween novel about opening your heart a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 331 reviews

Moods

emotional 70%
hopeful 60%
reflective 50%
inspiring 40%
lighthearted 30%
mysterious 10%
relaxing 10%
sad 10%

Pace

fast 72%
medium 18%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Character: 25% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 88% | Yes: 11%

Average rating

3.72

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