82 pages 2 hours read

Natalie Babbitt

Tuck Everlasting

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1975

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Natalie Babbitt's Tuck Everlasting captivates with its exploration of immortality and the beauty of life's natural cycle. Reviewers appreciate its lyrical prose and profound themes suitable for young readers and adults alike. However, some find the pacing slow and character development lacking in depth. Overall, it remains a beloved, thought-provoking classic.

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Who Should Read Tuck Everlasting?

Ideal for middle-grade readers aged 9-12, Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt appeals to those who enjoy pondering philosophical questions about life and mortality. Fans of Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson and A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle will appreciate its blend of fantasy and deep themes.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

770L

Book Details

Genre
Fantasy
Classic Fiction
Children's Literature
Themes
Life/Time: Aging
Life/Time: Mortality & Death
Relationships: Friendship
Topics
Education