96 pages • 3 hours read
Sharon G. FlakeMoney Hungry
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2001A 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
Money Hungry by Sharon G. Flake follows 13-year-old Raspberry Hill, whose obsession with making money stems from her past experiences with homelessness. Determined to secure a better life for her and her mother, Raspberry engages in various schemes that jeopardize her relationships and well-being. The novel delves into themes of greed, the effects of childhood trauma, and the challenges of living in poverty. This book includes references to homelessness and economic hardship.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Money Hungry by Sharon G. Flake is praised for its compelling exploration of poverty and determination. Readers appreciate the authentic voice of the protagonist and the realistic depiction of economic struggles. However, some critics find the plot somewhat predictable and wish for more complex character development. Overall, it's impactful but occasionally simplistic.
Who Should Read Money Hungry?
Readers who appreciate Sharon G. Flake's Money Hungry are typically young adults who enjoy contemporary, realistic fiction that delves into themes of poverty, family dynamics, and aspiration. Fans of Angie Thomas's The Hate U Give and Jacqueline Woodson's Brown Girl Dreaming will find this novel engaging and thought-provoking.
RecommendedReading Age
12-16yearsLexile Level
650LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
African American Literature
Children's Literature
Poverty
Urban Development
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Society: Class
Relationships: Friendship