48 pages • 1 hour read
Kate MessnerBreakout
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Review Roundup
Breakout by Kate Messner is a captivating middle-grade novel that skillfully blends multiple perspectives to explore themes of friendship, justice, and community. Critics praise its engaging narrative and relevant social commentary. However, some find the multiple viewpoint structure a bit complex for younger readers. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking and timely read.
Who Should Read Breakout?
A reader who enjoys Breakout by Kate Messner likely appreciates middle-grade novels with social themes, mystery, and multiple perspectives. Fans of Wonder by R.J. Palacio or Restart by Gordon Korman would be drawn to its exploration of community, empathy, and justice. Readers aged 9-12 who enjoy realistic fiction will find it engaging.
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