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Playing Beatie Bow

Ruth Park
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Playing Beatie Bow

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2001

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Ruth Park

Playing Beatie Bow

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

188

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Historical Fiction
Setting

Sydney, Australia • 1870s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2001

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

In Ruth Park's Playing Beatie Bow, a young girl in Sydney, Australia is transported back in time to the 19th century. She meets the Bow family and uncovers mysteries tied to her own life. The story explores themes of time travel, family, and self-discovery.

Mysterious

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.3

5,392 ratings

71%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Playing Beatie Bow by Ruth Park is praised for its engaging storytelling and vivid depiction of historical settings. Readers appreciate its exploration of time travel and familial themes. Some critics find the pacing uneven and the protagonist's character development lacking depth. Overall, it captivates with its imaginative plot and cultural insights.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Playing Beatie Bow?

Readers who enjoy Playing Beatie Bow by Ruth Park are likely fans of historical fiction and time travel with a youthful protagonist. Comparable books include A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle and The Devil's Arithmetic by Jane Yolen, which also feature young characters navigating different times.

4.3

5,392 ratings

71%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

188

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Historical Fiction
Setting

Sydney, Australia • 1870s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2001

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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