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Laddie: A True Blue Story

Gene Stratton-Porter
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Laddie: A True Blue Story

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1988

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Gene Stratton-Porter

Laddie: A True Blue Story

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1988
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Indiana • 19th century

Publication Year

1988

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

Laddie: A True Blue Story by Gene Stratton-Porter follows a young girl named Little Sister as she recounts her experiences growing up in a rural, loving family. Centered around her admiration for her brother, Laddie, the story explores themes of love, family bonds, and childhood adventures in the Midwest.

Heartwarming

Nostalgic

Romantic

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

5,244 ratings

81%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Laddie: A True Blue Story by Gene Stratton-Porter is often praised for its sentimental portrayal of rural American life and strong family values. Readers appreciate its vivid character development and nostalgic charm. However, some criticize its pacing and predictability. The novel's earnestness and heartwarming narrative make it appealing to fans of classic literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Laddie: A True Blue Story?

A reader who enjoys Laddie: A True Blue Story would appreciate heartwarming, nostalgic tales of family and rural life akin to Anne of Green Gables and Little House on the Prairie. The story appeals to those who savor themes of innocence, love, and nature, set against a vividly depicted pastoral backdrop.

4.3

5,244 ratings

81%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Indiana • 19th century

Publication Year

1988

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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