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S. E. HintonTex
S. E. HintonFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1979A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Book Brief
224
Novel • Fiction
Oklahoma • 1970s
1979
Middle grade
12-17 years
710L
Super Short Summary
In the 1970s Oklahoma, teen Tex McCormick navigates life with his older brother, Mason, while their father, Pop, is often absent in S. E. Hinton’s young adult novel Tex. Tex experiences highs and lows, from bonding over adventures to facing consequences of rash decisions, culminating in a journey of self-discovery and familial responsibility as Mason contemplates his future. The book deals with themes such as abandonment, teen angst, and substance use.
Gritty
Challenging
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
S. E. Hinton's Tex captivates readers with its compelling portrayal of adolescence and brotherhood. The characters are well-developed, and Hinton's authentic dialogue resonates. Critics praise its emotional depth and relatability. However, some find the plot predictable and slower-paced. Overall, Tex remains a heartfelt narrative, appreciated for its realism and warmth.
Who Should Read Tex?
Readers who would enjoy Tex by S. E. Hinton are typically teens and young adults who appreciate realistic, emotionally driven narratives about youth. Fans of Hinton's other works, such as The Outsiders and That Was Then, This Is Now, or those who enjoy J.D. Salinger’s The Catcher in the Rye, would find this book particularly engaging.
224
Novel • Fiction
Oklahoma • 1970s
1979
Middle grade
12-17 years
710L
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