65 pages • 2 hours read
256
Novel • Fiction
Elementary School • Contemporary
2017
Middle grade
8-12 years
860L
In Andrew Clements’s penultimate middle-grade novel, The Losers Club, sixth-grader Alec Spencer, an avid reader, forms a club called the Losers Club to indulge in his passion for books without distractions, and he recruits new friends, including Nina Warner. Alec must navigate his love of reading, his responsibilities at school, and his ongoing conflict with his former friend and current bully, Kent Blair.
Humorous
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Playful
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The Losers Club by Andrew Clements explores themes of friendship and self-discovery through engaging storytelling. Readers praise its relatable characters and uplifting message about the joy of reading. However, some find the plot predictable, with a somewhat slow pace. Overall, it’s a heartwarming read suitable for middle-grade audiences.
Readers who delight in Wonder by R. J. Palacio or Frindle by Andrew Clements will enjoy The Losers Club. Ideal for middle schoolers who appreciate stories about friendship and self-discovery, this book targets those who are passionate about reading and navigating the complexities of school life.
4,540 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
256
Novel • Fiction
Elementary School • Contemporary
2017
Middle grade
8-12 years
860L
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