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Payback

Gordon Korman
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Payback

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Gordon Korman

Payback

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

730L

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Super Short Summary

In Payback by Gordon Korman, readers follow the journey of a young person navigating challenges related to friendship, loyalty, and consequences of past actions. The protagonist must face the impact of their decisions while building resilience and seeking redemption, highlighting themes of growth and accountability.

Adventurous

Exciting

Suspenseful

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.6

6,177 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Payback by Gordon Korman offers an exciting conclusion to the series, praised for its fast-paced plot and engaging characters. Readers appreciate the clever twists and suspenseful narrative. However, some feel the resolution is predictable, and character development could be deeper. Overall, it's a thrilling read for fans of the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Payback?

Readers who enjoy Payback by Gordon Korman are typically middle-grade students who like fast-paced adventure and humor. Fans of series like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Alex Rider will appreciate Korman's mix of relatable characters, clever plotting, and themes of friendship and resilience.

4.6

6,177 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

730L

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