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Cheating for the Chicken Man

Priscilla Cummings
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Cheating for the Chicken Man

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Priscilla Cummings

Cheating for the Chicken Man

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Children`s Literature
Setting

Maryland • 2010s

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

740L

Reviews & Readership

4.4

357 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Cheating for the Chicken Man by Priscilla Cummings is lauded for its engaging narrative and relatable characters, painting a vivid picture of familial bonds and personal growth. While some readers appreciate its exploration of ethical dilemmas, others find the pacing uneven. Overall, it's praised for its sincerity and thought-provoking themes.

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Who Should Read Cheating for the Chicken Man?

Readers who enjoy Cheating for the Chicken Man by Priscilla Cummings are likely fans of realistic young adult fiction addressing family dynamics and moral dilemmas. Similar to Sharon Draper's Out of My Mind and Cynthia Kadohata's Kira-Kira, this book appeals to those interested in themes of resilience and empathy.

4.4

357 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Children`s Literature
Setting

Maryland • 2010s

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

740L

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