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Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life
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Book Brief
Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life
Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2011336
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Middle School • Contemporary
2011
Middle grade
9-13 years
700L
Super Short Summary
In Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life, Rafe Khatchadorian struggles to adapt to sixth grade while dealing with a bully, a crush, his mom's demanding fiancé, and a strict school code of conduct he feels compelled to break with his "Operation R.A.F.E." plan. His imaginative friend Leo encourages him, leading to mischief and self-discovery. The book includes an incident involving domestic violence.
Humorous
Adventurous
Playful
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life, co-authored by Chris Tebbetts and James Patterson with illustrations by Laura Park, is praised for its engaging, humorous approach and relatable protagonist. Critics appreciate its appeal to young readers, despite some finding the plot predictable and characters underdeveloped. Overall, a fun, accessible read for middle schoolers.
Who Should Read Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life?
Fans of Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dav Pilkey's Captain Underpants will relish Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life by Chris Tebbetts, James Patterson, and illustrated by Laura Park. This book appeals to middle schoolers who enjoy humorous, illustrated novels with relatable themes of school and adolescence.
Leo
Leo
Initially introduced as Rafe's only friend, later revealed to be an imaginary construct with multifaceted implications for Rafe.
Jules Khatchadorian
Jules Khatchadorian
Rafe's mother, a single parent who works at Swifty’s Diner and supports her children with devotion and an artistic perspective.
Mrs. Ruth Donatello
Mrs. Ruth Donatello
Rafe's sixth-grade English teacher, she recognizes his talent and encourages his artistic expression.
Jeanne Galletta
Jeanne Galletta
A smart and pretty classmate who catches Rafe's interest, she surprises him with her willingness to help despite their different social standings.
Miller the Killer
Miller the Killer
A school bully who targets Rafe and serves as a major source of conflict throughout Rafe's school year.
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Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Middle School • Contemporary
2011
Middle grade
9-13 years
700L
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