83 pages 2 hours read

Gordon Korman

No More Dead Dogs

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2000

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

No More Dead Dogs by Gordon Korman is a humorous middle-grade novel about Wallace Wallace, a boy who refuses to lie, landing him in detention when he criticizes the book Old Shep, My Pal in an English assignment. Wallace's honesty and suggestions lead to changes in the school play's production, creating tension with both the cast and his football team, while he simultaneously investigates a series of saboteurs’ attacks on the play.

Reviews & Readership

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Gordon Korman's No More Dead Dogs is praised for its humor and relatable middle school dynamics, making it a hit with young readers. The novel smartly critiques classic literature tropes through its protagonist's perspective. However, some critics argue that the plot's predictability and one-dimensional characters might not engage older audiences as effectively.

Who should read this

Who Should Read No More Dead Dogs?

Readers who relish humorous, relatable middle-grade novels with a unique twist will enjoy No More Dead Dogs by Gordon Korman. Fans of books like Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney or Holes by Louis Sachar will appreciate Korman’s witty storytelling and the protagonist's journey breaking conventional norms.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

610L

Book Details

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Humor

Children's Literature

Topics

Education

Animals

Themes

Values/Ideas: Literature

Relationships: Friendship

Life/Time: Coming of Age