Just Like That by Gary D. Schmidt

Just Like That

Gary D. Schmidt

387 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction historical middle grade young adult emotional funny slow-paced
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In this poignant, perceptive, witty novel, Gary D. Schmidt brings authenticity and emotion to multiple plot strands, weaving in themes of grief, loss, redemption, achievement, and love. Following the death of her closest friend in summer 1968, Mer...

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Community Reviews Summary of 306 reviews

Moods

emotional 78%
hopeful 76%
funny 52%
sad 42%
inspiring 39%
reflective 31%
dark 21%
tense 18%
adventurous 15%
mysterious 15%
lighthearted 13%
informative 7%
challenging 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 25%
fast 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 46% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 38% | N/A: 7% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 11%

Average rating

4.41

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