43 pages 1 hour read

Jamie Sumner

Roll With It

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019

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Before You Read

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Roll With It by Jamie Sumner follows Ellie Cowan, an adolescent with cerebral palsy, as she moves from Nashville to Eufaula, Oklahoma with her mother to care for her grandparents. The novel explores Ellie's experiences adapting to a new school and community, forming friendships, and finding a sense of belonging while navigating the challenges of her disability and her grandfather’s deteriorating health.

Reviews & Readership

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Jamie Sumner’s Roll With It is praised for its authentic portrayal of a young girl with cerebral palsy, capturing resilience and hope. The narrative's humor and heart resonate well, although some critique the plot pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, it offers a moving, relatable story with strong character development.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Roll With It?

Readers who relish heartwarming stories of resilience will enjoy Roll With It by Jamie Sumner. Suitable for fans of Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper, this book appeals to those who appreciate narratives featuring strong characters overcoming challenges and celebrating uniqueness.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-13years

Lexile Level

740L

Book Details

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Children's Literature

Modern Classic Fiction

Topics

Disability

Themes

Relationships: Family