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The Journey of Little Charlie

Christopher Paul Curtis
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The Journey of Little Charlie

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018

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Christopher Paul Curtis

The Journey of Little Charlie

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina • 1850s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

960L

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Super Short Summary

The Journey of Little Charlie by Christopher Paul Curtis follows a 12-year-old person, Charlie, in 1850s America. Charlie embarks on a dangerous journey across the South with a cruel overseer. The story explores themes of identity, morality, and justice as Charlie confronts the realities of slavery and his own values.

Emotional

Challenging

Adventurous

Mysterious

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,212 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Journey of Little Charlie by Christopher Paul Curtis receives praise for its compelling storytelling and historical accuracy, offering insight into the complexities of slavery and race relations. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and thought-provoking themes. Some critics note a slow pace in parts, but overall, it’s a powerful and poignant narrative for young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Journey of Little Charlie?

A reader who would enjoy The Journey of Little Charlie by Christopher Paul Curtis is typically interested in historical fiction featuring young protagonists. Comparable to books like Bud, Not Buddy and The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963, this reader appreciates stories about growth amidst challenging social conditions.

4.3

2,212 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina • 1850s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

960L

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