97 pages 3 hours read

Joseph Bruchac

Code Talker

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2005

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Reviews & Readership

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Joseph Bruchac's Code Talker is widely praised for its engaging storytelling and valuable portrayal of Navajo contributions during World War II. Readers appreciate its historical accuracy and cultural insights, making it an educational resource. Criticisms include a perceived slow pace and occasional repetition, but overall, the novel receives high marks for its unique perspective and compelling narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Code Talker?

Readers who appreciate historical fiction, Native American culture, and WWII stories will enjoy Code Talker by Joseph Bruchac. Fans of Michael Morpurgo’s War Horse or Markus Zusak’s The Book Thief will find similar themes of personal courage and cultural identity woven into a compelling narrative.

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Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

910L

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Children's Literature
Period
WWII / World War II
Topics
Military / War
History: World