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Speed of Life

Carol Weston
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Speed of Life

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Carol Weston

Speed of Life

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

New York City • 2010s

Theme
Family
Topic
Grief & Death
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-16 years

Lexile Level

630L

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Super Short Summary

Speed of Life by Carol Weston follows a young person navigating the challenges of adolescence amidst personal loss and change. As the protagonist encounters new friendships and experiences, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, learning to cope with grief and embrace life's unpredictability. A coming-of-age story highlighting resilience and personal growth.

Emotional

Heartwarming

Inspirational

Hopeful

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

1,373 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Speed of Life by Carol Weston is praised for its heartfelt exploration of grief, growth, and adolescence. Readers appreciate its relatable protagonist and the authentic portrayal of teenage struggles. However, some criticism arises over its predictability and pacing. Overall, the novel balances emotion with humor, resonating well with a teen audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Speed of Life?

A reader aged 12–16 who enjoys heartfelt coming-of-age stories will likely appreciate Speed of Life by Carol Weston. Fans of Wonder by R.J. Palacio and The Thing About Jellyfish by Ali Benjamin will find this narrative of grief, growth, and friendship engaging and relatable.

4.3

1,373 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

New York City • 2010s

Theme
Family
Topic
Grief & Death
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-16 years

Lexile Level

630L

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