Finally

Wendy Mass

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Wendy Mass

Finally

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2010

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Book Brief

Wendy Mass

Finally

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Fantasy

Children`s Literature
Setting

New Jersey • Contemporary

Theme
Joy

Regret

Femininity
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Finally by Wendy Mass, a young girl celebrates her twelfth birthday, believing it will bring long-awaited privileges and responsibilities. As she navigates new experiences and challenges typical of her age, she learns important life lessons about patience, maturity, and self-discovery, gaining insight into growing up.

Humorous

Playful

Emotional

Inspirational

Upbeat

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Finally by Wendy Mass is praised for its relatable depiction of adolescence and humor that resonates with tweens. Readers appreciate the protagonist's journey and the engaging narrative style. Some critique it for predictability and superficial character development. Overall, it's a charming read that effectively captures the trials of growing up while balancing humor and heart.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Finally?

Readers who enjoy Finally by Wendy Mass are typically young teens who relish humorous and relatable coming-of-age stories. Fans of Rachel Renee Russell’s Dork Diaries or Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid will likely appreciate its blend of humor and adolescence insight.

Character List

Rory is the protagonist, a twelve-year-old girl excited about new privileges and experiencing a series of comical misadventures. She is characterized by her humor, insecurity about her appearance, and her ability to notice and help others.

Annabelle is Rory’s confident best friend, recognizable by her colorful wardrobe and glowing blond hair. She shares Rory’s interest in Jake Harrison’s movie and supports Rory’s endeavors while appreciating stereotypically feminine interests like makeup and fashion.

Sari is Rory’s friend, often more aligned with Annabelle's interests in makeup and fashion, and lands a job in the movie’s makeup trailer. She is friendly, energetic, and supports Rory despite her stage fright.

Rory’s parents are young, involved, and overprotective, running a frugal household and supporting Rory’s transition into adolescence. Despite their protectiveness, they honor their agreements to let Rory experience new milestones as she turns twelve.

Angelina is an elderly woman with a mysterious air and a cryptic message for Rory. She embodies the "wise mentor" trope, helping Rory uncover her special ability to see and help others.

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Realistic Fiction

Fantasy

Children`s Literature
Setting

New Jersey • Contemporary

Theme
Joy

Regret

Femininity
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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