Reviews

A Year Down Yonder by Richard Peck

laila4343's review

4.0

Really funny, solid historical fiction set in the late 1930s in rural Illinois. I listened to the audio and laughed out loud quite a few times. Awesome for your middle-grade reader.

fate1380's review

funny informative relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

barbtetnis's review

4.0

Will need minor editing to read aloud to children. Loved!

lisawhelpley's review

5.0

Wonderful writing. I have not read the first book, but that's not necessary. Peck captures emotions captured perfectly, and his characters are multifaceted.

michellehenriereads's review

4.0

I really enjoyed the outrageous pranks and attitude of Grandma when faced with difficult people.

When the teenage boys decide to tamper with Grandma's privy they are in for a big surprise. She sets up an elaborate trap including ...

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ogreart's review against another edition

4.0

This was a well told tale. The characters were well written and a delight to listen to.

leskit's review

5.0

Another gem of a book. I would like to be Grandma Dowdel when I grow up.

mbrandmaier's review

3.0

This wasn't as good as its predecessor, but still a pretty cute story.

libraryrobin's review against another edition

4.0

Charming story of a girl sent to live with her grandma in the country during the Depression.

christieb123's review

5.0

This was just a really enjoyable book. The writing is beautiful and the characters just come alive. I laughed out loud multiple times at some of the jokes they played.