The Whole Story of Half a Girl
The Whole Story of Half a Girl
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Connecticut • 2010s
2012
YA
9-12 years
730L
Super Short Summary
The Whole Story of Half a Girl by Veera Hiranandani follows Sonia, a sixth-grader navigating a new school, cultural identity, and family struggles after her father's job loss. Sonia explores friendships and her mixed Indian-Jewish heritage, seeking belonging and understanding in a complex world.
Emotional
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
1,693 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Whole Story of Half a Girl by Veera Hiranandani explores identity and belonging. Positively, readers appreciate its authentic portrayal of mixed-race struggles and middle school challenges, offering relatable characters and emotional depth. However, some find the narrative pace uneven. Overall, it's praised for its heartfelt and insightful storytelling.
Who Should Read The Whole Story of Half a Girl?
A reader who would enjoy The Whole Story of Half a Girl by Veera Hiranandani likely appreciates coming-of-age tales exploring identity, multicultural themes, and middle school dynamics. They may also enjoy books like Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai.
1,693 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
224
Novel • Fiction
Connecticut • 2010s
2012
YA
9-12 years
730L
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