When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead

When You Reach Me

Rebecca Stead

199 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction middle grade science fiction mysterious fast-paced

Description

This remarkable novel holds a fantastic puzzle at its heart. By sixth grade, Miranda and her best friend, Sal, know how to navigate their New York City neighborhood. They know where it's safe to go, and they know who to avoid. Like the crazy guy o...

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Community Reviews Summary of 7,154 reviews

Moods

mysterious 78%
adventurous 54%
emotional 40%
hopeful 31%
reflective 31%
lighthearted 23%
funny 22%
inspiring 16%
sad 14%
challenging 10%
tense 6%
dark 4%
relaxing 4%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 54%
medium 41%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 49% | Plot: 34% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.12

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