71 pages • 2 hours read
Ann M. MartinA Corner of the Universe
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2002A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Ann M. Martin's middle-grade novel, A Corner of the Universe, Hattie Owen's life changes the summer she turns 12 and meets Adam, her uncle with mental health issues who had been kept a secret. Shy Hattie bonds with Adam and learns the importance of friendship, acceptance, and family communication while navigating mature situations. It includes themes of mental illness and suicide.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
A Corner of the Universe by Ann M. Martin has been praised for its sensitive portrayal of mental illness and the impact on family dynamics. Readers find protagonist Hattie engaging and authentic, resonating with many. Some, however, feel the narrative is slow-paced and wish for a deeper exploration of secondary characters. Overall, it's a touching and thoughtful read.
Who Should Read A Corner of the Universe?
A reader who would enjoy A Corner of the Universe by Ann M. Martin is typically an adolescent or young adult who appreciates heartfelt coming-of-age stories. Fans of Sharon Creech’s Walk Two Moons or Judy Blume’s Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret will find Martin’s exploration of family dynamics, mental illness, and self-discovery deeply engaging.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
750LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Historical Fiction
Grief / Death
Depression / Suicide
Health / Medicine
Relationships: Family
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Identity: Disability