BOOK BRIEF

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (Tom Gates, #1)

Liz Pichon
Guide cover placeholder

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (Tom Gates, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

Book Brief

Sparkles iconBeta
Liz Pichon

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (Tom Gates, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

UK • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

7-12 years

Lexile Level

650L

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates by Liz Pichon follows Tom, an imaginative middle-school student, as he navigates school, friends, and family life. Through humorous diary entries, doodles, and cartoons, Tom shares his adventures and challenges, showcasing his creative problem-solving and optimistic outlook. The book is part of the Tom Gates series.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

22,896 ratings

81%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates by Liz Pichon has garnered praise for its relatable humor and engaging doodle-style illustrations, appealing to young readers and reluctant readers alike. However, some critics feel the plot is simplistic and the constant humor can veer into repetitiveness. Overall, it's a charming, entertaining read for its target audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (Tom Gates, #1)?

Readers who enjoy humorous, illustrated children's fiction like Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid series or Dav Pilkey's Captain Underpants will love The Brilliant World of Tom Gates by Liz Pichon. This book appeals to kids aged 8-12 who appreciate relatable, funny school tales and engaging doodle-style illustrations.

4.3

22,896 ratings

81%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

UK • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

7-12 years

Lexile Level

650L

Buy This Book

We’re just getting started

Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!