93 pages • 3 hours read
Leslie ConnorThe Truth as Told by Mason Buttle
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018A 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
In The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle, Mason Buttle is a 12-year-old with learning disabilities who is mourning the loss of his friend Benny, whom he found dead in his family's orchard. Befriending Calvin Chumsky, Mason's life takes another turn when Calvin goes missing, triggering Mason to confront his fears and investigate the unfortunate events surrounding him.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Leslie Connor's The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle is praised for its heartfelt narrative and deeply authentic characters. Critics commend the empathetic portrayal of Mason's struggles with grief and learning disabilities. However, some note the pacing can be slow. Overall, it's an emotionally powerful and enlightening read for middle-grade audiences.
Who Should Read The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle?
Readers who would enjoy The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle by Leslie Connor are likely fans of emotionally rich, character-driven middle-grade novels. Comparable to Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper, this book appeals to those who appreciate stories of perseverance, friendship, and overcoming adversity.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
310LBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Children's Literature
Realistic Fiction
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Life/Time: Mortality & Death
Relationships: Family
Grief / Death