47 pages 1 hour read

Gordon Korman

Zoobreak

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2009

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Zoobreak by Gordon Korman follows 11-year-olds Ben, Griffin, and Savannah as they rescue Savannah’s pet monkey from All Aboard Animals, a zoo with terrible conditions. Discovering more mistreated animals, the children launch a plan to free them all, facing various challenges and figuring out how to find the animals new homes while evading the cruel zookeeper.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Zoobreak by Gordon Korman receives praise for its engaging plot and humor, captivating young readers with its fast-paced storyline and memorable characters. However, some critique arises over predictability and a lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's celebrated as an entertaining adventure, particularly well-suited for middle-grade audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Zoobreak?

Fans of fast-paced, adventurous tales featuring clever young protagonists will enjoy Zoobreak by Gordon Korman. Readers who love the teamwork and ingenuity seen in books like The Maze of Bones from the 39 Clues series or the escapades in Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett will find this heist story captivating.

RecommendedReading Age

9-12years

Lexile Level

700L

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Action / Adventure

Humor

Topics

Animals

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Courage

Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance

Life/Time: Childhood & Youth