The Summer of Bad Ideas
The Summer of Bad Ideas
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2017
Adult
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
The Summer of Bad Ideas by Kiera Stewart follows the journey of a young person named Edie as they spend the summer with their eccentric grandmother. Edie and their new friend explore a list of risky activities, learning valuable life lessons about friendship, courage, and self-discovery along the way.
Adventurous
Playful
Emotional
Humorous
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
301 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Summer of Bad Ideas by Kiera Stewart is praised for its engaging plot and strong character development, appealing to middle-grade readers. Reviewers appreciate the book's humor and themes of friendship and adventure. However, some find the pacing uneven, with moments that could benefit from more depth. Overall, it’s a fun and relatable read for its target audience.
Who Should Read The Summer of Bad Ideas?
A reader who enjoyed The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall or The Misadventures of the Family Fletcher by Dana Alison Levy would likely appreciate The Summer of Bad Ideas by Kiera Stewart. This book caters to middle-grade readers who relish adventurous tales, family dynamics, and the joy of childhood exploration.
301 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2017
Adult
8-12 years
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