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Mockingbird

Mockingbird

JuvenileMiddle Grade
Pages
235
Published
2010
Language
English

Synopsis

For Caitlin, the world is a place of absolutes, explained by her older brother, Devon. But when Devon dies, Caitlin, an eleven-year-old with Asperger's, struggles to cope with her grief and her father's withdrawal. Seeking 'closure,' she embarks on a journey that reveals the world is not just black and white, but full of beautiful, messy colors.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

SadHopefulEmotionalHeartwarming
Coming of AgeFamily Saga

Genres

Juvenile Middle Grade Children's Books Young Adult

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Characters

CaitlinProtagonist
DevonSupporting
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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Mockingbird have a film adaptation?

    Mockingbird was adapted into a film titled "Caitlin" in 2015. The movie closely follows Caitlin's journey as she navigates grief and seeks closure after her brother's death.

  • What award did Mockingbird win?

    Mockingbird was awarded the National Book Award for Young People's Literature in 2010. This recognition highlights its significant contribution to children's literature and its sensitive portrayal of a child with Asperger's.