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Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018

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Angela Cervantes

Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Coyoacán, Mexico City • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

710L

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Super Short Summary

In Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring by Angela Cervantes, 12-year-old Paloma Marquez, initially reluctant to spend her summer in Mexico, changes her mind when she meets twins Lizzie and Gael Castillo, who invite her to help solve the mystery of Frida Kahlo's missing peacock ring. Throughout their investigation, Paloma learns about her cultural heritage, the significance of art, and the importance of justice.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Emotional

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.4

2,065 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Angela Cervantes' Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring captivates readers with its blend of mystery and cultural exploration. The novel's engaging plot and vibrant characters, enriched with Frida Kahlo's legacy, are widely praised. However, some critiques mention predictability in the story's resolution. Overall, it is a delightful, educational read for middle-grade audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring?

A reader who enjoys Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring by Angela Cervantes likely appreciates middle-grade mysteries with a cultural and artistic backdrop. Fans of From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg and The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill will find this novel captivating.

4.4

2,065 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Coyoacán, Mexico City • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

710L

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