Plot Summary

The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket

Peter Parnell
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The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1976

Book Brief

Peter Parnell

The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1976
Book Details
Pages

90

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Small town, USA • Contemporary

Publication Year

1976

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket by Peter Parnell follows a 12-year-old boy named Daniel who discovers he can fly, navigating the subsequent social and personal complications as he grows up and becomes an international celebrity, focusing on his relationships with childhood friends and his struggle with isolation and longing for intimacy.

Fantastical

Contemplative

Melancholic

Inspirational

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

26 ratings

73%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket by Peter Parnell is praised for its imaginative narrative and deep exploration of childhood dreams. Critics appreciate Parnell's unique storytelling and character development. However, some feel the play's pacing is uneven and the ending lacks impact. Overall, it is a compelling fantasy drama with thought-provoking themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket?

Ideal for fans of whimsical, coming-of-age stories with a touch of the fantastical, readers of The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket by Peter Parnell will enjoy its contemplative exploration of childhood dreams and societal expectations. Comparable to A Wrinkle in Time and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.

4.1

26 ratings

73%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

90

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Small town, USA • Contemporary

Publication Year

1976

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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