80 pages • 2 hours read
Nic StoneClean Getaway
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2020A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Clean Getaway follows William “Scoob” Lamar, a young boy who embarks on an RV road trip with his grandmother, G’ma, who seeks reconciliation with her past and wishes to educate Scoob about African American history and civil rights. They retrace a journey she once took with Scoob’s late grandfather, dealing with family secrets and the complexities of their interracial heritage. This novel discusses instances of racism and violence and includes the death of a loved one.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Clean Getaway by Nic Stone is lauded for its engaging narrative and relatable characters, especially appealing to middle-grade readers. Reviewers appreciate its timely exploration of race and history, though some find the plot somewhat predictable. The balance of humor and serious themes makes it an enriching read for both young readers and adults.
Who Should Read Clean Getaway?
Clean Getaway by Nic Stone is ideal for middle-grade readers who enjoy heartfelt, adventurous, and thought-provoking narratives. Fans of books like Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson will appreciate its exploration of family, history, and identity through a compelling road trip story.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
780LBook Details
African American Literature
Children's Literature
Realistic Fiction
Civil Rights / Jim Crow
History: U.S.
Black Lives Matter
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Forgiveness