Solo by Mary Rand Hess, Kwame Alexander

464 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction poetry young adult reflective medium-paced
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Solo by Kwame Alexander and Mary Rand Hess is a New York Times bestseller Kirkus Reviews said Solo is, "A contemporary hero's journey, brilliantly told." Through the story of a young Black man searching for answers about his life, Solo empowers, ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,261 reviews

Moods

emotional 79%
reflective 59%
hopeful 44%
inspiring 37%
adventurous 35%
sad 28%
funny 7%
lighthearted 7%
tense 7%
challenging 4%
dark 3%
mysterious 1%

Pace

fast 56%
medium 39%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 36% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 12% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 89% | No: 5% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.81

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