Where Things Come Back by John Corey Whaley

Where Things Come Back

John Corey Whaley

228 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction contemporary young adult emotional reflective medium-paced

Description

Winner of the 2012 Michael L. Printz and William C. Morris Awards, this poignant and hilarious story of loss and redemption "explores the process of grief, second chances, and even the meaning of life" (Kirkus Reviews). In the remarkable, bizarre,...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,354 reviews

Moods

emotional 81%
hopeful 62%
reflective 51%
mysterious 40%
sad 37%
dark 29%
tense 22%
funny 18%
lighthearted 18%
inspiring 14%
adventurous 11%
challenging 3%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 24%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Character: 36% | Plot: 22%

Strong character development?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 17% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 73% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 36% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 27% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

3.75

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