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Jacqueline Davies

The Lemonade Crime

Jacqueline DaviesFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011

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Jacqueline Davies

The Lemonade Crime

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

670L

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Super Short Summary

In The Lemonade Crime, siblings Evan and Jessie seek to solve the mystery of their missing $208, suspecting their classmate Scott of the theft. Jessie organizes a mock trial with their fourth-grade classmates to determine Scott’s guilt or innocence. The trial explores themes of justice versus vengeance and the nature of evidence. Despite Scott being found innocent, tensions rise between Evan and Scott, leading to a challenging basketball game and eventual reconciliation and understanding.

Informative

Suspenseful

Emotional

Challenging

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.4

6,661 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Lemonade Crime by Jacqueline Davies is a compelling read that explores themes of justice, friendship, and forgiveness within a middle-school setting. The narrative is praised for its relatable characters and engaging plot, though some feel it simplifies complex issues and relies heavily on its predecessor. Overall, an insightful read for young audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lemonade Crime?

A reader who would enjoy The Lemonade Crime by Jacqueline Davies is typically aged 8-12 and enjoys realistic fiction. They appreciate themes of justice, friendship, and morality presented in a light, engaging manner. This book is ideal for fans of Louis Sachar's Holes and Andrew Clements' Frindle, which target similar audiences.

4.4

6,661 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

670L

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