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Count Me In

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019

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Varsha Bajaj

Count Me In

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

United States • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

680L

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Super Short Summary

Count Me In by Varsha Bajaj is a middle-grade novel focusing on the transformative impact of community support and friendship. It follows a young girl and her grandfather as they become targets of a hate crime, leading them and their friend to mobilize their community to stand against prejudice and embrace diversity.

Hopeful

Inspirational

Emotional

Heartwarming

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,117 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Count Me In by Varsha Bajaj is praised for its compelling portrayal of friendship and social justice. Readers appreciate the engaging narrative and relatable characters, but some feel the plot is somewhat predictable. Despite this, the book's positive message about community and activism resonates well, making it an inspiring read for young audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Count Me In?

A reader who would enjoy Count Me In by Varsha Bajaj is likely drawn to stories of friendship, social justice, and personal growth. Fans of Front Desk by Kelly Yang and Wonder by R.J. Palacio will find this book engaging due to its exploration of empathy and activism in middle school settings.

4.3

2,117 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

United States • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

680L

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