The Vanderbeekers Make A Wish by Karina Yan Glaser

The Vanderbeekers Make A Wish

The Vanderbeekers #5

Karina Yan Glaser

fiction contemporary middle grade emotional lighthearted medium-paced

352 pages | first published 2021

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One hilarious Harlem family is on a mission to find the perfect way to celebrate their Papa's fortieth birthday while discovering more about their mysterious grandparents in this heartfelt romp and latest installment to the New York Times best-sel...
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Summary of 119 reviews

Moods

funny 78%
lighthearted 72%
hopeful 69%
emotional 51%
adventurous 45%
inspiring 39%
relaxing 21%
reflective 15%
mysterious 3%
sad 3%

Pace

fast 63%
medium 33%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 26% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 93% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 28% | No: 21% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

4.47

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