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Karen's Worst Day

Ann M. Martin
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Karen's Worst Day

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Ann M. Martin

Karen's Worst Day

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Children`s Literature
Setting

Stoneybrook, Connecticut • 1990s

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

GN490L

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Super Short Summary

In Karen's Worst Day by Ann M. Martin, a young girl named Karen Brewer experiences a series of unfortunate events that contribute to her having a particularly difficult day. Through these challenges, Karen learns important lessons about resilience and the support of family and friends.

Unnerving

Emotional

Melancholic

Challenging

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.5

7,349 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Karen's Worst Day by Ann M. Martin captures the struggles of a young girl facing a challenging day. The storytelling is engaging for a younger audience, with relatable characters and scenarios. However, some critics feel the plot is predictable, lacking depth for older readers. Overall, the book provides valuable lessons in resilience for its intended audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Karen's Worst Day?

A reader who enjoys Karen's Worst Day by Ann M. Martin likely appreciates relatable, everyday challenges faced by young characters. Fans of Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary or Judy Moody by Megan McDonald will find similar humor, emotions, and life lessons in this engaging tale.

4.5

7,349 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Children`s Literature
Setting

Stoneybrook, Connecticut • 1990s

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

GN490L

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