Chasing Redbird
Chasing Redbird
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1997
Book Brief
224
Novel • Fiction
Kentucky • Contemporary
1997
YA
10-14 years
790L
Super Short Summary
Chasing Redbird by Sharon Creech follows thirteen-year-old Zinnia “Zinny” Taylor, who clears a disused wilderness trail to cope with grief and guilt after her Aunt Jessie's sudden death. Zinny faces her internal struggles, discovers her path to self-acceptance, and navigates confusing romantic feelings for Jake Boone amidst her journey of healing in the Virginia mountains. The story addresses themes of death and loss.
Adventurous
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Emotional
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
13,480 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Sharon Creech's Chasing Redbird captivates with its heartfelt exploration of grief and self-discovery. Readers praise the protagonist's relatable journey and the vivid, emotional narrative. However, some find the plot pacing uneven, especially for younger audiences. Overall, it's lauded for its depth and the engaging depiction of family and personal growth.
Who Should Read Chasing Redbird?
A reader who would enjoy Chasing Redbird by Sharon Creech likely appreciates coming-of-age stories with strong, introspective female protagonists. Fans of Walk Two Moons by Creech or Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson will find similar themes of self-discovery, family, and personal growth.
13,480 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Chasing Redbird was published in 1997 and was written by celebrated children's author Sharon Creech, who won the Newbery Medal in 1995 for her book Walk Two Moons.
Sharon Creech was inspired to write Chasing Redbird by her own childhood experiences of exploring the countryside, which influenced the novel's setting and themes of adventure and self-discovery.
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In Chasing Redbird, Creech weaves the natural landscape into the narrative, drawing on her background in teaching English in rural settings to create a vivid environment for the protagonist's journey.
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224
Novel • Fiction
Kentucky • Contemporary
1997
YA
10-14 years
790L
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