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The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise
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Book Brief
The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019352
Novel • Fiction
United States • Contemporary
2019
Middle grade
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
In Dan Gemeinhart's The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise, 12-year-old Coyote travels across the country in an old school bus with her father, Rodeo, to cope with the tragic loss of her mother and sisters five years earlier. A phone call from her grandmother sends her on a secret mission to save a buried memory box in Washington, gathering a group of diverse and supportive strangers along the way.
Heartwarming
Adventurous
Emotional
Humorous
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Dan Gemeinhart's The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise is widely praised for its heartfelt storytelling and character depth. Reviews highlight the emotional journey and strong themes of family and healing. Some critique its pacing and predictability, but overall, the book is celebrated for its charm and relatability, making it a touching read for both young and old.
Who Should Read The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise?
A reader who enjoys emotional, character-driven stories with themes of family, loss, and healing will connect with The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise by Dan Gemeinhart. Fans of Kate DiCamillo's Because of Winn-Dixie or Katherine Applegate's The One and Only Ivan will find this book equally heartwarming and poignant.
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Rodeo
Rodeo
Coyote's eccentric father sporting an unkempt beard, who created their rootless lifestyle, is characterized by a carefree attitude and hidden sorrow.
Salvador
Salvador
A bright and resilient Latino boy around Coyote's age who initially distrusts her, with a background of escaping an abusive situation with his mother.
Lester
Lester
A 20-something Black musician in love with Tammy, who joins Coyote's journey and occasionally provides guidance, although he often learns from her.
Val
Val
A 17-year-old runaway who presents as 19, joining the group on their travels after leaving home due to familial conflict over her sexuality.
Mom/Anne
Mom/Anne
A cherished memory for Coyote, representing ideal maternal love, pivotal through her past influence and remembered wishes.
352
Novel • Fiction
United States • Contemporary
2019
Middle grade
10-14 years
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