62 pages • 2 hours read
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In the mid-19th century Ohio town of Boneville, 12-year-old Silas Bird sets off on a journey to rescue his kidnapped father. Accompanied by his teenage ghost companion Mittenwool, a magical pony, and a mysterious US Marshal, Silas navigates through real-life and supernatural challenges, uncovering truths about love, loss, and self-discovery along the way. The book includes descriptions of violence and death.
R. J. Palacio's Pony offers a compelling adventure with well-drawn characters and a touching narrative. Readers praise its imaginative storytelling and emotional depth. Some, however, find the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it’s a heartfelt tale that resonates with both younger and older audiences.
Readers who enjoyed the heartfelt journey in Wonder will be captivated by Pony by R. J. Palacio. Targeting middle-grade readers, this historical adventure appeals to fans of Ghost by Jason Reynolds and Echo by Pam Muñoz Ryan, blending emotional depth with a compelling narrative.
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Lexile Level
740LChildren's Literature
Historical Fiction
Fantasy
History: World
Animals
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Life/Time: Mortality & Death
Life/Time: The Past