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256
Novel • Fiction
Colorado • 2010s
2021
Middle grade
10-14 years
Linked by Gordon Korman is a 2021 middle-grade novel set in a small Colorado town, centered on five students as they navigate the discovery of swastikas at their school. Through a three-week tolerance education unit, a bar mitzvah, and a six-million-link paper chain project, the students confront bigotry and antisemitism, resulting in significant personal and community growth. The book discusses bigotry and antisemitism.
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Heartwarming
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Linked by Gordon Korman is praised for its engaging storytelling and thought-provoking themes addressing prejudice and history. Readers commend its timely message and Korman's ability to balance multiple perspectives. However, some find the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Overall, it’s a compelling read for young audiences but may fall short on depth for some.
A reader who would enjoy Linked by Gordon Korman is likely a middle-school student interested in realistic fiction that tackles serious social issues such as racism and bullying. Fans of Wonder by R.J. Palacio and The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas will appreciate Korman's engaging writing and thought-provoking themes.
8,191 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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256
Novel • Fiction
Colorado • 2010s
2021
Middle grade
10-14 years
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