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The Saturdays

Elizabeth Enright
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The Saturdays

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2002

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Elizabeth Enright

The Saturdays

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

177

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1940s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

820L

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Super Short Summary

The Saturdays by Elizabeth Enright follows the Melendy family, particularly four siblings, who live in New York City. They form the Independent Saturday Afternoon Adventure Club to pool their allowances for shared adventures. Through these experiences, they encounter diverse people and learn valuable life lessons, enriching their understanding of the world and each other.

Playful

Nostalgic

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.5

10,661 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Saturdays by Elizabeth Enright is widely praised for its charming portrayal of childhood adventures and the imaginative spirit of the Melendy siblings. Critics appreciate its engaging narrative and vivid character development. Some note that the historical context may feel dated to modern readers, but overall, it remains an endearing and delightful read for all ages.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Saturdays?

Readers who enjoy The Saturdays by Elizabeth Enright likely appreciate heartwarming, family-centric stories with a sense of adventure. Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women or Beverly Cleary's Ramona series, which also explore family dynamics and childhood experiences, would find similar joy in Enright's charming narrative.

4.5

10,661 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

177

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1940s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

820L

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