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292
Novel • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2002
Yearling
Middle grade
10-14 years
760L
In Hoot, middle schooler Roy Eberhardt finds himself entangled in a mission to save a colony of burrowing owls in Coconut Cove, Florida, after spotting a mysterious barefoot running boy. Teaming up with the boy, who is revealed to be Beatrice Leep’s stepbrother Mullet Fingers, Roy navigates challenges, including construction site sabotage and corporate corruption, to prevent a pancake restaurant from destroying the owls' habitat.
Humorous
Adventurous
Inspirational
Playful
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Carl Hiaasen's Hoot is praised for its humor, environmental themes, and engaging plot, making it a favorite for young readers. Critics appreciate its quirky characters and compelling message about wildlife conservation. However, some consider its pacing uneven and find certain character arcs underdeveloped. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and entertaining read for middle school audiences.
Readers who enjoy Hoot by Carl Hiaasen are typically middle-grade enthusiasts who appreciate environmental themes and humorous, adventurous plots. Fans of Holes by Louis Sachar and Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo will find a similar blend of quirky characters and meaningful life lessons in this book.
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Mullet Fingers
An elusive boy known for catching fish with his hands, Mullet Fingers lives outdoors to avoid his family and becomes committed to protecting owls at a construction site.
Beatrice Leep
Mullet Fingers's stepsister, known for her athleticism and attitude, allies with Roy to help protect her brother and the owls threatened by construction.
Dana Matherson
A large bully who targets younger students, particularly Roy, and is influenced by his troubled home life.
David Delinko
A police officer seeking to prove himself, who ends up involved in the events at the construction site where vandalism occurs.
Curly Branitt
Construction site supervisor for the Mother Paula's restaurant project, struggling to manage ongoing vandalism.
Owls
A colony of burrowing owls who are endangered by the construction of a new restaurant, becoming the focal point for activists.
Chuck Muckle
A corporate executive pushing for construction progress, indifferent to local concerns and pressures.
Kimberly Lou Dixon
A former beauty queen and current actress who is the public face of Mother Paula's and has an unexpected change of heart.
Lizzy Eberhardt
Roy's caring mother who supports her son and maintains a stable home environment despite frequent moves.
Mr. Eberhardt
Roy's intelligent father, working for the Department of Justice, who plays a critical role in obtaining important information.
Viola Hennepin
The vice principal at Roy's school, who struggles with understanding the bullying situation and its subtleties.
Garrett
Roy's humorous schoolmate known for his fart simulations, who provides Roy with information and gossip.
292
Novel • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2002
Yearling
Middle grade
10-14 years
760L
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