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Katherine Applegate

Willodeen

Katherine ApplegateFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2021

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Katherine Applegate

Willodeen

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Forest • Medieval fantasy world

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

Willodeen by Katherine Applegate is a middle-grade fantasy novel set in the fictional town of Perchance, where 11-year-old Willodeen, along with her friend Connor and her two caretakers, strives to uncover the mystery behind the disappearance of hummingbears while caring for a baby screecher—a creature the village despises for its terrible smell.

Inspirational

Contemplative

Hopeful

Emotional

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.4

6,052 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Katherine Applegate's Willodeen captivates readers with its environmental themes and charming characters. It blends fantasy and reality seamlessly, appealing to both children and adults. However, some critics note predictable plot twists. The book's strong message of conservation and empathy resonates deeply, though the pacing may feel slow to some.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Willodeen?

Willodeen by Katherine Applegate will captivate middle-grade readers who enjoy heartfelt stories blending fantasy and environmental themes. Fans of The One and Only Ivan or The Wild Robot will appreciate the strong protagonist and rich, imaginative world. Ideal for readers aged 8-12 who cherish tales of nature and friendship.

4.4

6,052 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Forest • Medieval fantasy world

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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