73 pages • 2 hours read
Brian SelznickWonderstruck
Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | YA | Published in 2011A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Wonderstruck by Brian Selznick intertwines the stories of Ben, a deaf boy from 1977 Minnesota, and Rose, a deaf/mute girl from 1927 New Jersey, as both journey to New York City seeking family and belonging. As they explore the city and uncover connections to their pasts, their paths ultimately converge, revealing ties that navigate them through grief, isolation, and discovery.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Wonderstruck by Brian Selznick is lauded for its unique storytelling format, combining prose and intricate illustrations to weave two separate yet interconnected narratives. Reviewers praise its visual and emotional depth, engaging plot, and appeal to both children and adults. However, some find the dual narrative structure occasionally confusing. Overall, it is celebrated as a visually and emotionally enriching read.
Who Should Read Wonderstruck?
Readers who enjoy richly illustrated novels like The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick or the magical realism of The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate will be captivated by Wonderstruck. Targeting middle-grade students, it offers a compelling mix of prose and illustrations, ideal for those who love imaginative storytelling.