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Journey Outside

Mary Q. Steele
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Journey Outside

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1979

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Mary Q. Steele

Journey Outside

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1979
Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Novel • Fiction

Theme
Publication Year

1979

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

930L

Reviews & Readership

3.9

331 ratings

58%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Journey Outside by Mary Q. Steele is praised for its imaginative storytelling and richly drawn world, captivating readers with its exploration of curiosity and self-discovery. Some critics find its pacing uneven and feel certain characters lack depth. Nevertheless, it remains a compelling read for those drawn to adventure and introspection within a unique setting.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Journey Outside?

A reader who enjoys Journey Outside by Mary Q. Steele likely appreciates adventurous tales and introspective journeys. Fans of The Giver by Lois Lowry or A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, which delve into exploration and self-discovery, would find this book appealing.

3.9

331 ratings

58%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Journey Outside was awarded a Newbery Honor in 1970, recognizing its contribution to children's literature.

The book was illustrated by Ben Stahl, a notable artist known for his detailed and imaginative drawings which complement the story's adventurous themes.

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Mary Q. Steele, primarily known for her children's books, also wrote under the pseudonym Wilson Gage for some of her other works.

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Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Novel • Fiction

Theme
Publication Year

1979

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

930L

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