BOOK BRIEF

Awake and Dreaming

Kit Pearson
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Awake and Dreaming

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1999

Book Brief

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Kit Pearson

Awake and Dreaming

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

244

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Vancouver, British Columbia • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

1999

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

650L

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Super Short Summary

Awake and Dreaming by Kit Pearson follows a young person named Theo, who struggles with a troubled life but finds solace in dreams and books. Theo yearns for a sense of belonging and stability. Through a dreamlike journey, Theo explores themes of family, identity, and resilience, ultimately seeking a path to a better future.

Contemplative

Emotional

Mysterious

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.5

3,198 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Awake and Dreaming by Kit Pearson receives praise for its engaging narrative and relatable protagonist, capturing themes of family and belonging with skillful writing. Readers appreciate the blend of reality and fantasy, though some find the pacing uneven. Pearson's ability to portray complex emotions resonates well, appealing to both young and mature audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Awake and Dreaming?

Readers who enjoy Awake and Dreaming by Kit Pearson are typically preteens or young teens who appreciate emotionally rich, character-driven stories. Fans of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery or Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson would likely find this book appealing due to its themes of imagination and self-discovery.

4.5

3,198 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

244

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Vancouver, British Columbia • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

1999

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

650L

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