I Funny: A Middle School Story by Laura Park, Chris Grabenstein, James Patterson

I Funny: A Middle School Story

I Funny #1

Laura Park, Chris Grabenstein, James Patterson

320 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction middle grade funny lighthearted fast-paced

Description

Jamie Grimm is a middle schooler on a mission: he wants to become the world's greatest standup comedian--even if he doesn't have a lot to laugh about these days. He's new in town and stuck living with his aunt, uncle, and their evil son Stevie, a ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 327 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
lighthearted 62%
inspiring 50%
emotional 37%
sad 25%
adventurous 12%
challenging 12%
hopeful 12%
relaxing 12%

Pace

fast 85%
medium 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 14% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 71% | No: 28%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | No: 28%

Average rating

3.76

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