Here in the Real World by Sara Pennypacker

Here in the Real World

Sara Pennypacker

320 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction childrens middle grade adventurous slow-paced

Description

Ware can't wait to spend summer 'off in his own world' and generally being left alone. But then his parents sign him up for dreaded Rec camp, where he must endure Meaningful Social Interaction and whatever activities so-called 'normal' kids do.On ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 364 reviews

Moods

hopeful 85%
inspiring 63%
emotional 61%
lighthearted 44%
reflective 44%
adventurous 40%
relaxing 10%
sad 8%
funny 6%
informative 6%
challenging 2%
mysterious 2%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 21%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 21% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 97% | It's complicated: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 52% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 8%

Average rating

4.01

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