Bird
Bird
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Realistic Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionIowa • Contemporary
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Grief & Death2014
YA
10-14 years
730L
Super Short Summary
In Bird by Crystal Chan, a young girl named Jewel navigates the complexities of grief and identity after the family's tragic loss of her brother, John, nicknamed Bird. As Jewel unravels family secrets, she forms a pivotal friendship, discovering strength and understanding in her journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
2,251 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Bird by Crystal Chan is lauded for its lyrical prose and deep emotional impact. Readers appreciate the exploration of loss, identity, and healing, with well-drawn characters and a heartfelt narrative. Some find the pacing slow, which may affect engagement. Overall, it’s praised for its poignancy and insightful handling of complex themes.
Who Should Read Bird?
A reader who enjoys Bird by Crystal Chan is typically drawn to poignant coming-of-age stories exploring themes of grief and identity. Fans of Rebecca Stead's When You Reach Me or Sharon Creech's Walk Two Moons will appreciate the blend of emotional depth and personal discovery in Chan's novel.
2,251 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
•
Realistic Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionIowa • Contemporary
•
Grief & Death2014
YA
10-14 years
730L
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