59 pages • 1 hour read
C. C. HarringtonWildoak
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2022A 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 1963, 11-year-old Maggie, who has a stutter, is sent from London to Cornwall to stay with her grandfather, leading her to discover her deep bond with Wildoak forest and its surprising occupant, a snow leopard named Rumpus. Maggie uses her connection with nature to help Rumpus and finds her voice in the process. Wildoak explores themes of self-acceptance and conservation.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Wildoak by C. C. Harrington is praised for its vibrant storytelling, rich descriptions of nature, and well-developed characters, particularly the protagonist. Critics appreciate the themes of friendship and environmental conservation. However, some find the pacing uneven and believe certain plot elements could be more convincing. Suitable for middle-grade readers.
Who Should Read Wildoak?
Readers who cherish nature and animal stories, similar to Katherine Applegate's The One and Only Ivan or Kate DiCamillo's The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, will find Wildoak by C. C. Harrington captivating. Ideal for middle-grade audiences, it blends environmental themes with heartfelt character journeys.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsBook Details
Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Natural World: Environment
Society: Community
Children's Literature
Realistic Fiction
Historical Fiction
Animals
Science / Nature
History: World