69 pages • 2 hours read
Gordon KormanThe Juvie Three
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008A 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
The Juvie Three by Gordon Korman is about three juvenile delinquents—Gecko, Terence, and Arjay—who are given a second chance through a unique rehabilitation program led by Douglas Healy. The boys must navigate personal struggles and maintain their responsibilities while Healy is in a coma, ultimately learning about personal transformation and the importance of found family. The book addresses themes of personal change, societal perceptions, and redemption.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Gordon Korman's The Juvie Three receives praise for its engaging and fast-paced storytelling, relatable characters, and humor infused in a serious plot about troubled teens. Critics commend its accessibility for young readers, though some note predictable moments and character development that occasionally lacks depth. Overall, it effectively balances entertainment with meaningful themes.
Who Should Read The Juvie Three?
The ideal reader for Gordon Korman’s The Juvie Three is a young adult who enjoys fast-paced, character-driven stories with themes of redemption and personal growth. Fans of S. E. Hinton’s The Outsiders and Louis Sachar’s Holes will appreciate the novel’s blend of humor, intensity, and heartfelt moments.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
NC730LBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Realistic Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Relationships: Family
Life/Time: The Past
Life/Time: The Future