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I'll Be There

Holly Goldberg Sloan
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I'll Be There

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011

Book Brief

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Holly Goldberg Sloan

I'll Be There

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

392

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

United States • 2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

810L

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Super Short Summary

I'll Be There by Holly Goldberg Sloan follows a boy named Sam who, along with his brother Riddle, tries to navigate life under the control of their unstable father. Sam meets a girl named Emily, and their connection leads him to consider new possibilities for his and Riddle's future, even as they confront challenges.

Emotional

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.2

9,217 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

I'll Be There by Holly Goldberg Sloan is praised for its compelling and heartfelt narrative, with well-crafted characters that resonate emotionally. The prose is described as lyrical, enhancing the storytelling. Some readers find the plot predictable and certain developments unrealistic. Overall, it is a touching and engaging read that appeals to fans of young adult fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read I'll Be There?

Readers who enjoy I’ll Be There by Holly Goldberg Sloan are typically fans of heartwarming and emotional YA novels with themes of resilience and love. Similar books include The Fault in Our Stars by John Green and Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell, both offering strong character development and poignant storytelling.

4.2

9,217 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

392

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

United States • 2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

810L

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