The Science of Breakable Things by Tae Keller

The Science of Breakable Things

Tae Keller

304 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction middle grade emotional fast-paced

Description

Natalie's uplifting story of using the scientific process to save her mother from depression is what Booklist calls a winning story full of heart and action. Eggs are breakable. Hope is not. When Natalie's science teacher suggests that she enter a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 366 reviews

Moods

emotional 84%
hopeful 76%
sad 57%
reflective 46%
lighthearted 26%
inspiring 23%
funny 19%
challenging 15%
adventurous 7%
relaxing 7%
tense 3%

Pace

fast 56%
medium 36%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 68% | A mix: 31%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 15%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 15%

Average rating

4.1

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