45 pages • 1 hour read
E. L. KonigsburgSilent To The Bone
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2000A 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 Silent To The Bone by E. L. Konigsburg, a young person named Branwell Zamborska becomes nonverbal following a distressing incident involving their baby sister, resulting in a coma. Branwell's friend, Connor, becomes determined to communicate with Branwell through a series of note exchanges, unraveling the mystery of what transpired that day.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Silent To The Bone by E. L. Konigsburg is praised for its complex characters and engaging mystery. Readers appreciate its exploration of communication and friendship. However, some find the pacing slow and the narrative slightly predictable. Despite this, the book's depth in addressing serious themes resonates well with its audience.
Who Should Read Silent To The Bone?
A reader who enjoys Silent To The Bone by E. L. Konigsburg likely appreciates mystery, psychological depth, and character-driven stories. Fans of The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin or Holes by Louis Sachar would find similar intrigue and complexity. Ideal for young adults intrigued by keen observations of human behavior.