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Booked
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Book Brief
320
Novel/Book in Verse • Fiction
Suburban America • Contemporary
2016
Middle grade
10-14 years
660L
Super Short Summary
Booked by Kwame Alexander follows Nick Hall, an eighth-grade soccer enthusiast navigating the challenges of his parents' separation, academic pressures from his linguistics professor father, school bullying, a soccer injury, and the complexities of self-discovery, with support from a unique school librarian and his crush, April. The book includes references to parental separation.
Emotional
Inspirational
Hopeful
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
20,839 ratings
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Review Roundup
Booked by Kwame Alexander captivates readers with its poetic narrative and authentic portrayal of a young athlete's life. Reviewers praise its unique writing style and engaging storyline that appeals to both teens and reluctant readers. However, some find the plot predictable and secondary characters underdeveloped. Overall, a dynamic and relatable read.
Who Should Read Booked?
A reader who enjoys Booked by Kwame Alexander is typically a middle-grade to young adult audience interested in sports, poetry, and navigating adolescence. Fans of The Crossover by Kwame Alexander and Wonder by R.J. Palacio will appreciate the rhythmic prose and relatable challenges of growing up.
20,839 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
320
Novel/Book in Verse • Fiction
Suburban America • Contemporary
2016
Middle grade
10-14 years
660L
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