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All Shook Up

Shelley Pearsall
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All Shook Up

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2008

Book Brief

Shelley Pearsall

All Shook Up

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2008

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

890L

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Super Short Summary

All Shook Up by Shelley Pearsall follows thirteen-year-old Josh Greenwood, who must move to Chicago after his grandmother's accident forces his mother to Florida. Here, he discovers his father, who recently lost his job, has become an Elvis impersonator. Josh faces embarrassment and challenges fitting in at his new school, especially when his father's antics draw unwanted attention.

Humorous

Emotional

Heartwarming

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

886 ratings

50%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Shelley Pearsall’s All Shook Up is a delightful mix of humor and heart. Reviewers praise its engaging plot and relatable characters, particularly its portrayal of a father-son relationship complicated by an Elvis impersonation obsession. However, some find the story's pacing uneven. Overall, it offers a charming exploration of identity and family dynamics.

Who should read this

Who Should Read All Shook Up?

A reader who enjoys All Shook Up by Shelley Pearsall is typically a middle-grade student who loves humorous, heartfelt coming-of-age stories. Fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney or Wonder by R.J. Palacio will appreciate Pearsall's blend of witty storytelling and emotional depth.

4.0

886 ratings

50%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2008

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

890L

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