51 pages • 1 hour read
Jennifer L. HolmThe Lion of Mars
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2021A 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 The Lion of Mars by Jennifer L. Holm, 11-year-old Bell lives in a US settlement on Mars and, intrigued by life on Earth, navigates the complexities of isolation and fear within a close-knit community. When a virus incapacitates the adults, Bell and the other children break rules to seek help from other forbidden settlements on Mars, discovering the importance of community and understanding.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Jennifer L. Holm's The Lion of Mars is lauded for its engaging storytelling, relatable characters, and thoughtful exploration of humanity and community in a Martian setting. Reviewers appreciate the novel's blend of science fiction and coming-of-age themes. However, some felt the pacing was slow at times. Overall, it's a charming read for middle-grade audiences.
Who Should Read The Lion of Mars?
Readers who enjoy middle-grade science fiction with themes of adventure, friendship, and space exploration would greatly appreciate Jennifer L. Holm's The Lion of Mars. Fans of Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card and Holes by Louis Sachar will find a similar sense of wonder and character development.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
530LBook Details
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Action / Adventure
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Friendship
Life/Time: Coming of Age