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Slot Machine

Chris Lynch
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Slot Machine

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1995

Book Brief

Chris Lynch

Slot Machine

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pennsylvania • 1980s

Topic
Publication Year

1995

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

Lexile Level

1150L

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Super Short Summary

In Slot Machine by Chris Lynch, Elvin Bishop and his friends, Mikey and Frank, attend a three-week orientation camp at Christian Brothers Academy. Overweight and unathletic, Elvin struggles through various sports assignments while his friend Frank endures brutal hazing. Eventually, Elvin finds his place in the Arts Sector, where he discovers new interests and talents. The book includes themes of weight bias, hazing, and bullying.

Challenging

Contemplative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

3.8

187 ratings

53%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Slot Machine by Chris Lynch offers a compelling exploration of adolescence and self-discovery. Reviewers appreciate Lynch's authentic voice and humor. However, some critique the handling of sensitive topics and lack of depth in character development. Despite mixed insights, the novel's relatability and wit make it a worthwhile read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Slot Machine?

Readers who enjoy Slot Machine by Chris Lynch are typically teens interested in coming-of-age stories filled with humor and self-discovery. Comparable to fans of Holes by Louis Sachar and Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar, these readers appreciate quirky narratives and unique character development.

3.8

187 ratings

53%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pennsylvania • 1980s

Topic
Publication Year

1995

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

Lexile Level

1150L

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