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Meet Samantha: An American Girl (American Girl: Samantha, #1)

Susan S. Adler, Dan Andreasen, Nancy Niles
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Meet Samantha: An American Girl (American Girl: Samantha, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1991

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Susan S. Adler, Dan Andreasen, Nancy Niles

Meet Samantha: An American Girl (American Girl: Samantha, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1991
Book Details
Pages

64

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York • 1900s

Publication Year

1991

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

610L

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Super Short Summary

Meet Samantha: An American Girl by Susan S. Adler, Dan Andreasen, and Nancy Niles follows Samantha Parkington, a young girl living in 1904. The story introduces Samantha’s experiences and friendships while she navigates societal expectations and personal growth during the Edwardian era. This book is part of the American Girl series.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

21,169 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Meet Samantha: An American Girl by Susan S. Adler, Dan Andreasen, and Nancy Niles is well-received for its engaging portrayal of early 20th-century America and strong, relatable protagonist. The illustrations enhance the narrative, although some critics feel character development is superficial. Overall, it's an appealing introduction to historical fiction for young readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Meet Samantha: An American Girl (American Girl: Samantha, #1)?

Meet Samantha: An American Girl by Susan S. Adler, Dan Andreasen, and Nancy Niles appeals to readers aged 8-12 who enjoy historical fiction and stories of friendship and overcoming adversity. Fans of Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder or Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery will find it particularly engaging.

4.3

21,169 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

64

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York • 1900s

Publication Year

1991

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

610L

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