61 pages 2 hours read

Marilyn C. Hilton

Full Cicada Moon

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade

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Reviews & Readership

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Full Cicada Moon by Marilyn C. Hilton garners praise for its lyrical prose and strong, multicultural protagonist. Readers appreciate its poignant exploration of identity and belonging. However, some feel the pacing is slow and the secondary characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's celebrated for its emotional depth and engaging narrative style.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Full Cicada Moon?

Readers who would enjoy Full Cicada Moon by Marilyn C. Hilton are often fans of historical fiction and diverse narratives. This novel appeals to those who appreciate strong female protagonists and coming-of-age stories. Similar readers might enjoy Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson or The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley.

Recommended

Reading Age

9-12years

Lexile Level

790L

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Children's Literature
Realistic Fiction
Themes
Identity: Race
Identity: Gender
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Topics
History: World
Arts / Culture