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Mostly the Honest Truth

Jody J. Little
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Mostly the Honest Truth

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019

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Jody J. Little

Mostly the Honest Truth

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Cape Cod • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2019

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Jody J. Little's Mostly the Honest Truth, a young girl named Jane deals with life's challenges as she navigates foster care and family dynamics. Set during a stay at a unique place called Three Boulders camp, the story explores Jane's search for stability, truth, and belonging while she manages relationships and personal growth.

Heartwarming

Emotional

Contemplative

Inspirational

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.5

646 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jody J. Little's Mostly the Honest Truth is praised for its heartfelt narrative and relatable protagonist. The book effectively tackles themes of family and self-discovery, appealing to a young audience. However, some readers feel the plot is predictable. Overall, it’s a touching story with a strong emotional core that resonates with middle-grade readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mostly the Honest Truth?

A reader who enjoys Mostly the Honest Truth by Jody J. Little is likely fond of heartfelt middle-grade fiction with themes of family and resilience. Fans of Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan or Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo may find this book similarly appealing.

4.5

646 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Cape Cod • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2019

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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