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Linked

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2021

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Gordon Korman

Linked

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colorado • 2010s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

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.

Informative

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Humorous

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.4

8,191 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

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.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Linked?

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.

4.4

8,191 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colorado • 2010s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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