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The Truth About Twinkie Pie

Kat Yeh
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The Truth About Twinkie Pie

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Kat Yeh

The Truth About Twinkie Pie

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Long Island, New York • Contemporary

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

730L

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Super Short Summary

In The Truth About Twinkie Pie by Kat Yeh, readers follow a girl named GiGi whose life changes after winning a cooking contest. She relocates with her sister, Didi, and encounters new friendships, secrets, and self-discovery. The book intricately weaves themes of family, identity, and the impact of hidden truths.

Heartwarming

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,781 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Truth About Twinkie Pie by Kat Yeh is lauded for its heartfelt exploration of family, identity, and self-discovery. Readers praise its engaging narrative and vivid character development. However, some find the plot predictable. Overall, it's a charming read that resonates emotionally, despite occasional clichés.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Truth About Twinkie Pie?

Readers who enjoy The Truth About Twinkie Pie by Kat Yeh are typically fans of heartfelt, middle-grade fiction. They appreciate themes of identity, family, and self-discovery, similar to those in Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Better Nate Than Ever by Tim Federle, with a blend of warmth and humor.

4.3

2,781 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Long Island, New York • Contemporary

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

730L

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