58 pages 1 hour read

Kwame Alexander

Booked

Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | Middle Grade | Published in 2016

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Booked by Kwame Alexander captivates readers with its poetic narrative and authentic portrayal of a young athlete's life. Reviewers praise its unique writing style and engaging storyline that appeals to both teens and reluctant readers. However, some find the plot predictable and secondary characters underdeveloped. Overall, a dynamic and relatable read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Booked?

A reader who enjoys Booked by Kwame Alexander is typically a middle-grade to young adult audience interested in sports, poetry, and navigating adolescence. Fans of The Crossover by Kwame Alexander and Wonder by R.J. Palacio will appreciate the rhythmic prose and relatable challenges of growing up.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

660L

Book Details

Themes
Relationships: Family
Genre
Realistic Fiction
Children's Literature
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
Sports