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Notes From The Midnight Driver

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

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Jordan Sonnenblick

Notes From The Midnight Driver

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-16 years

Lexile Level

850L

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Super Short Summary

In Notes From the Midnight Driver by Jordan Sonnenblick, Alex Gregory, a teenager dealing with his parents' divorce, gets drunk and crashes his mother's car, leading to community service at a nursing home where he befriends a cranky elderly man, Sol. As Alex navigates school, his feelings for his best friend Laurie, and preparing a benefit concert for Sol, he undergoes significant personal growth. The book contains references to alcohol abuse and the impacts of drunk driving.

Humorous

Emotional

Heartwarming

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

10,308 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Notes From The Midnight Driver by Jordan Sonnenblick delivers a heartfelt and humorous tale with relatable characters and emotional depth. Critics appreciate its authentic teen voice and poignant life lessons. However, some reviewers feel the plot is predictable and certain character arcs underdeveloped. Overall, a touching read that resonates with young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Notes From The Midnight Driver?

Readers who enjoy Notes From The Midnight Driver by Jordan Sonnenblick are typically young adults who appreciate coming-of-age stories with a blend of humor and heartfelt moments. Fans of Looking for Alaska by John Green and The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky will find similar emotional depth and relatable teen experiences.

4.3

10,308 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-16 years

Lexile Level

850L

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