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Bob

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018

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Wendy Mass, Rebecca Stead

Bob

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

590L

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Super Short Summary

In Bob by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead, 10-year-old Livy visits her grandmother in Australia and discovers Bob, a green creature she promised to help five years ago. Livy, who has no memory of Bob or their past, works with him to uncover his identity and find his home. Throughout their journey, they explore themes of friendship, memory, and identity.

Heartwarming

Nostalgic

Fantastical

Playful

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

4.4

12,538 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Bob by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead is praised for its charming narrative, creative premise, and heartwarming exploration of friendship. Readers appreciate the delightful character development and imaginative plot twists. Some critiques note a predictable storyline and pacing issues, but overall, it’s a beloved tale for young readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bob?

Readers who enjoy Bob by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead are typically middle-grade children who love whimsical, heartfelt stories about friendship and magic. Fans of The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate and Pax by Sara Pennypacker will appreciate its blend of adventure and emotional depth.

4.4

12,538 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

590L

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