87 pages 2 hours read

Carl Hiaasen

Hoot

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2002

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Hoot, middle schooler Roy Eberhardt finds himself entangled in a mission to save a colony of burrowing owls in Coconut Cove, Florida, after spotting a mysterious barefoot running boy. Teaming up with the boy, who is revealed to be Beatrice Leep’s stepbrother Mullet Fingers, Roy navigates challenges, including construction site sabotage and corporate corruption, to prevent a pancake restaurant from destroying the owls' habitat.

Reviews & Readership

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Carl Hiaasen's Hoot is praised for its humor, environmental themes, and engaging plot, making it a favorite for young readers. Critics appreciate its quirky characters and compelling message about wildlife conservation. However, some consider its pacing uneven and find certain character arcs underdeveloped. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and entertaining read for middle school audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hoot?

Readers who enjoy Hoot by Carl Hiaasen are typically middle-grade enthusiasts who appreciate environmental themes and humorous, adventurous plots. Fans of Holes by Louis Sachar and Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo will find a similar blend of quirky characters and meaningful life lessons in this book.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

760L

Book Details

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Humor

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Love

Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance

Emotions/Behavior: Hope

Topics

Animals