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The Season of Styx Malone

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018

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Kekla Magoon

The Season of Styx Malone

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Indiana • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

510L

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Super Short Summary

In The Season of Styx Malone, Caleb Franklin, 10, and his brother Bobby Gene meet Styx Malone, a cool 16-year-old in foster care, who introduces them to an exciting summer of adventures, defying their father's insistence on staying within their town's limits. As they embark on a series of trades aiming for a coveted moped, the boys confront themes of trust, dreams, and recognizing the value of what they have. Explores foster care and themes of personal worth and family.

Adventurous

Heartwarming

Humorous

Bittersweet

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

3,813 ratings

80%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kekla Magoon's The Season of Styx Malone offers a charming and adventurous tale about friendship and growing up. The narrative is praised for its engaging plot and relatable characters. Critics laud Magoon's ability to handle complex themes with sensitivity and humor, though some note that the pacing can feel uneven at times. Overall, it is a heartfelt and enjoyable read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Season of Styx Malone?

Readers who enjoyed Holes by Louis Sachar or Buds, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis would find The Season of Styx Malone compelling. This coming-of-age tale blends adventure, humor, and heartfelt moments, appealing to middle-grade readers who appreciate stories of friendship and self-discovery.

4.4

3,813 ratings

80%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Indiana • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

510L

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