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Allergic

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2021

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Megan Wagner Lloyd, Illustr. Michelle Mee Nutter

Allergic

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

GN230L

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Super Short Summary

In Megan Wagner Lloyd's Allergic, illustrated by Michelle Mee Nutter, fifth-grader Maggie Wilson dreams of adopting a puppy until she discovers she’s severely allergic to animals with fur or feathers, forcing her to navigate her allergies, adjust to a new school, and accept her mother's pregnancy, ultimately finding new friends and a sense of belonging along the way.

Heartwarming

Emotional

Inspirational

Challenging

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.4

14,484 ratings

84%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Allergic by Megan Wagner Lloyd and illustrated by Michelle Mee Nutter is a heartwarming graphic novel praised for its relatable depiction of living with allergies and the quest for a perfect pet. The illustrations vividly complement the narrative, enhancing emotional depth. However, some critics note a predictable plot. Overall, it's an engaging read for young audiences dealing with similar issues.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Allergic?

An ideal reader for Megan Wagner Lloyd's Allergic, illustrated by Michelle Mee Nutter, is a middle-grade student who enjoys heartfelt graphic novels tackling personal challenges. Fans of Raina Telgemeier's Sisters or Cece Bell's El Deafo would find this narrative about navigating allergies and finding acceptance both relatable and inspiring.

4.4

14,484 ratings

84%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

GN230L

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