Slam by Nick Hornby

309 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction contemporary young adult funny lighthearted medium-paced

Description

Bestselling author Nick Hornby delivers his first novel for young adults.For 16-year-old Sam, life is about to get extremely complicated. He and his girlfriend—make that ex-girlfriend— Alicia have gotten themselves into a bit of trouble. Sam is su...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,672 reviews

Moods

funny 65%
lighthearted 51%
reflective 37%
emotional 31%
adventurous 13%
challenging 10%
sad 10%
hopeful 6%
informative 6%
inspiring 6%
tense 6%
dark 3%
mysterious 3%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 40%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 63% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 6% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 6% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 6%

Average rating

3.11

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