43 pages • 1 hour read
208
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Miami, Florida • Contemporary
2022
Middle grade
9-12 years
GN260L
Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez follows five students—George, Sara, Dayara, Miguel, and Nico—who are grouped together for community service due to their Latinx heritage but initially clash. As they navigate personal challenges and work to help a homeless mother and daughter, they form a bond and ultimately earn recognition for their efforts. Sensitive topics such as homelessness and discrimination are discussed.
Heartwarming
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Emotional
Contemplative
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Reviews for Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez highlight its engaging story and diverse, relatable characters, which resonate well with young readers. Critics praise its compelling portrayal of friendship and social issues. Some feel, however, that the plot pacing could be uneven. Overall, it's regarded as a thought-provoking and heartfelt middle-grade novel.
Readers who enjoy Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez are typically pre-teens and young teens who appreciate diverse, character-driven stories. They are fans of books like Wonder by R.J. Palacio and New Kid by Jerry Craft. They seek narratives that explore themes of identity, empathy, and social issues through relatable, engaging characters.
6,807 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
208
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Miami, Florida • Contemporary
2022
Middle grade
9-12 years
GN260L
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