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Ruth Behar

Lucky Broken Girl

Ruth BeharFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2017

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Ruth Behar

Lucky Broken Girl

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Queens, New York • 1960s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

670L

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Super Short Summary

In Ruth Behar’s Lucky Broken Girl, ten-year-old immigrant Ruthie Mizrahi adjusts to life in 1966 Queens after leaving Cuba, but a severe car accident leaves her bedridden in a full body cast. During her recovery, Ruthie faces unexpected challenges and fears, ultimately gaining new perspectives on life and luck. The novel is inspired by Behar's own childhood experiences. Sensitive topics include car accidents and the death of a child.

Emotional

Inspirational

Hopeful

Bittersweet

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

5,263 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lucky Broken Girl by Ruth Behar captures the poignant journey of a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant in 1960s America. Reviewers commend its heartfelt depiction of resilience and cultural identity. The narrative's emotional depth and engaging prose are praised, though some find the pacing uneven. Overall, it's celebrated for its empathy and vivid storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lucky Broken Girl?

A reader who would enjoy Lucky Broken Girl by Ruth Behar is typically aged 10-14, appreciates heartfelt, multicultural stories, and enjoys themes of resilience and healing. Fans of Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan and Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson would find this book compelling for its emotional depth and richly woven cultural tapestry.

4.3

5,263 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Queens, New York • 1960s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

670L

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