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What the Moon Said

Gayle Rosengren
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What the Moon Said

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014

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Gayle Rosengren

What the Moon Said

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

217

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Wisconsin, USA • 1930s

Theme
Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

What the Moon Said by Gayle Rosengren explores a young girl's life during the Great Depression. She navigates challenges in her family and friendships, finding strength in her resilience and adaptability. The story highlights her experiences and growth as she learns to cope with the changes and uncertainties of the era.

Heartwarming

Nostalgic

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

628 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

What the Moon Said by Gayle Rosengren is praised for its engaging portrayal of a young girl's resilience during the Great Depression. Readers appreciate the authentic depiction of historical context and family dynamics. Some critiques highlight its predictability and the desire for deeper character development. Overall, it's regarded as a heartfelt and insightful read for middle-grade audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read What the Moon Said?

A reader who enjoys What the Moon Said by Gayle Rosengren likely appreciates heartfelt historical fiction set in the Great Depression, with themes of resilience and family. They may also enjoy books like Little House on the Prairie and Esperanza Rising for their warm portrayals of overcoming adversity.

4.0

628 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

217

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Wisconsin, USA • 1930s

Theme
Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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