What Hearts
What Hearts
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1992
Book Brief
194
Novel • Fiction
Raleigh, North Carolina • 1980s
1992
Middle grade
9-12 years
Super Short Summary
What Hearts by Bruce Brooks follows Asa, a young boy navigating changes in his family and personal life. The book is divided into four interconnected stories that explore his experiences with love, relationships, and self-discovery. Asa's emotional journey is highlighted as he transitions through significant and formative events from childhood to adolescence.
Contemplative
Emotional
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
1,035 ratings
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Review Roundup
Bruce Brooks' What Hearts is praised for its poignant exploration of a boy's resilience amid family turmoil. Reviewers commend the vivid characterization and emotional depth. Some find the narrative's episodic structure disjointed, impacting cohesion. Overall, the novel offers a heartfelt, authentic portrayal of childhood's complexities.
Who Should Read What Hearts?
A reader who enjoys What Hearts by Bruce Brooks may appreciate stories about personal growth, emotional nuance, and the complexities of adolescence. Fans of Bridge to Terabithia or Hatchet would likely connect with its depth and exploration of young resilience and coming-of-age themes.
1,035 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
194
Novel • Fiction
Raleigh, North Carolina • 1980s
1992
Middle grade
9-12 years
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