95 pages 3 hours read

Joan Bauer

Rules of the Road

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1998

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Joan Bauer's Rules of the Road receives acclaim for its engaging portrayal of a young protagonist navigating personal growth and professional challenges. Readers appreciate the strong character development and life lessons. However, some find the pacing uneven and the storyline somewhat predictable. Overall, it's a compelling read for young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Rules of the Road?

Fans of Joan Bauer's Rules of the Road are typically young adults who appreciate coming-of-age stories with strong, resilient female protagonists. Readers of Louis Sachar's Holes and Sharon Creech's Walk Two Moons will find similar themes of personal growth and adventure compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

12-18years

Lexile Level

850L

Book Details

Genre
Realistic Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Travel Literature
Topics
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Education
Themes
Relationships: Friendship
Relationships: Fathers
Relationships: Daughters & Sons