57 pages • 1 hour read
Jewell Parker RhodesSugar
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2013A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sugar by Jewell Parker Rhodes is praised for its vivid storytelling and rich historical context, bringing to life the challenges and resilience of its young protagonist. Readers appreciate its engaging prose and educational value. However, some critique the pacing as slow and feel the character development could be deeper. Overall, it’s seen as a valuable read for young audiences.
Who Should Read Sugar?
Readers who would enjoy Sugar by Jewell Parker Rhodes are young, history-loving enthusiasts who gravitate towards tales of resilience and friendship set in Reconstruction-era America. Comparable to those who appreciate Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor, this book appeals to middle-grade readers interested in African American heritage and historical fiction.
Recommended
Reading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
430L