Book details
My Big Heart-Shaped Fail: A Tween Comedy of Errors
Description
Award-winning middle-grade novel from the author of Just Add Magic and Saltwater Secrets . . . .In this hourly time-stamped, action-packed tween comedy of errors, Abby Gray, feeling weighed down by her secrets and lies, lets five balloons float into the sky with her deepest secrets attached to them in a desperate attempt to clear her conscience. Her relief is short-lived, though: the next day, those balloons start dropping one by one at her school, revealing Abby's innermost thoughts to both friends and frenemies and creating hilarious misinterpretations of crushes amongst her peers.
This is the worst day of her life . . . or is it? Before the last bell rings, Abby manages to integrate the oddball who is blackmailing her into her friend group and to fix the mix-ups the notes have caused-not only getting couples back together but also making a few new love matches-and finally comes clean as the author of the notes that have created such chaos.
Age
10-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
232 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Relatable Tween Experiences: 'My Big Heart-Shaped Fail' offers readers a glimpse into the authentic and often humorous challenges faced by tweens, making it a relatable and engaging read for young audiences navigating similar experiences in their own lives.
- Engaging Humor: Cindy Callaghan is known for her ability to weave comedy into her storytelling, and this book is no exception. The comedic elements of the story provide a light-hearted and enjoyable reading experience that can keep readers entertained and smiling throughout.
- Life Lessons: Despite its comedic approach, the book tackles important themes such as friendship, self-discovery, and the consequences of one's actions. Readers can learn valuable life lessons while following the protagonist's journey through her comical mishaps.
- Empowerment and Growth: The main character's journey through various errors and the way she handles them can inspire readers to face their own mistakes with grace and resilience. The story promotes the idea of learning from failures and growing stronger, which is an empowering message for tweens.