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Seven Perfect Things

Catherine Ryan Hyde
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Seven Perfect Things

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2021

Book Brief

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Catherine Ryan Hyde

Seven Perfect Things

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

318

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2021

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Seven Perfect Things, a young girl named Abby finds solace and joy in helping seven abandoned puppies, providing her an escape from a troubled home life. Her connection with the animals brings unexpected companionship, while her mother, Mary, faces her own challenges. Their intertwined journeys highlight themes of resilience and hope.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

69,251 ratings

87%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Seven Perfect Things by Catherine Ryan Hyde has garnered a mix of reviews. Readers appreciate the heartwarming narrative and strong character development, especially the bond between Abby and the rescue dogs. However, some feel the plot is predictable and the pacing uneven. The novel's themes of resilience and hope resonate with many, providing an overall engaging but occasionally formulaic reading experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Seven Perfect Things?

Readers who cherish heartfelt, character-driven narratives and stories of resilience and hope will enjoy Seven Perfect Things by Catherine Ryan Hyde. Fans of A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman and The Book Thief by Markus Zusak will find this book equally compelling. Ideal for those who appreciate uplifting tales of human spirit.

4.4

69,251 ratings

87%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

318

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2021

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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