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Louisiana's Way Home

Kate DiCamillo
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Louisiana's Way Home

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2018

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Kate DiCamillo

Louisiana's Way Home

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Georgia • 1970s

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

630L

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Super Short Summary

In Louisiana's Way Home by Kate DiCamillo, a young girl named Louisiana Elefante embarks on an unexpected journey after her grandmother wakes her in the middle of the night and they leave their home. This adventure leads Louisiana to confront her past and seek a place where she truly belongs.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

14,333 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Louisiana's Way Home by Kate DiCamillo has been praised for its compelling storytelling and rich character development. The prose is seen as heartfelt and touching, resonating well with both young readers and adults. However, some reviewers note a slower narrative pace in certain sections. Despite this, the book is widely appreciated for its emotional depth and meaningful messages.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Louisiana's Way Home?

Readers who relish earnest, character-driven stories with rich emotional journeys would enjoy Louisiana's Way Home by Kate DiCamillo. Comparable to Because of Winn-Dixie and The One and Only Ivan, this book appeals to middle-grade readers who appreciate tales of resilience, friendship, and self-discovery.

4.5

14,333 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Georgia • 1970s

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

630L

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