Here in the Real World
Here in the Real World
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Brief
Beta308
Novel • Fiction
Rusty Nail, Florida • Contemporary
2020
YA
8-12 years
630L
Super Short Summary
In Here in the Real World, a boy named Ware navigates summer by hanging out at a church lot. He meets Jolene, who is passionate about the garden. As they partner to transform the space, Ware learns about friendship, dreams, and self-discovery while engaging with his environment and confronting personal challenges.
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Emotional
Heartwarming
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
4,877 ratings
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Review Roundup
Here in the Real World by Sara Pennypacker is praised for its lyrical prose and emotional depth. Readers appreciate the nuanced exploration of imagination and reality, and the development of Ware, the protagonist. However, some find the pacing slow and the plot predictable. Overall, it's a heartfelt story about growth and self-discovery, appealing to a younger audience.
Who Should Read Here in the Real World?
A reader who enjoys Here in the Real World by Sara Pennypacker likely appreciates heartfelt stories of personal growth and resilience. Fans of Kate DiCamillo’s Because of Winn-Dixie or Katherine Applegate’s The One and Only Ivan will find similar themes of friendship, imagination, and finding one's place in the world.
4,877 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
308
Novel • Fiction
Rusty Nail, Florida • Contemporary
2020
YA
8-12 years
630L
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