53 pages 1 hour read

Edward Bloor

Tangerine

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1997

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Edward Bloor’s 1997 debut novel, Tangerine, Paul Fisher navigates a new life in Lake Windsor Downs, Florida, where he contends with his visual impairment, mysterious past injury, and violent older brother Erik. He transfers to Tangerine Middle, joining its inclusive soccer team and confronting various social and personal challenges, ultimately discovering unsettling truths about his family and himself. Themes of bullying and sibling violence appear in this book.

Reviews & Readership

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Edward Bloor's Tangerine is praised for its compelling character development and the vivid portrayal of Florida's unique setting. Readers appreciate the novel's handling of serious themes like family dynamics and environmental issues, though some criticize its pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read for young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tangerine?

Readers who enjoy Tangerine by Edward Bloor typically appreciate coming-of-age stories with strong themes of family, sports, and overcoming adversity. Fans of S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders or Louis Sachar's Holes will find similar intrigue in Bloor's exploration of resilience and self-discovery.

RecommendedReading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

680L

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Drama / Tragedy

Topics

Sports

Natural Disaster

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Grief

Life/Time: Coming of Age

Relationships: Friendship