One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies by Sonya Sones

One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies

Sonya Sones

288 pages first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction poetry young adult hopeful lighthearted reflective fast-paced

Description

Following her mother's death, Ruby is reluctantly reunited with her estranged movie star father in this stunning free verse novel featuring a new cover and larger trim size. When Ruby's mother dies, she's dragged three thousand miles away from her...

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Community Reviews Summary of 690 reviews

Moods

emotional 75%
funny 50%
hopeful 50%
reflective 50%
lighthearted 25%
sad 25%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

3.72

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