43 pages • 1 hour read
Wendy Mass, Rebecca SteadThe Lost Library
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018A 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 The Lost Library by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead, fifth grader Evan discovers a mysterious little free library in Martinville, which contains books from the town’s former library destroyed in a fire two decades ago. As he explores the origins of these books with the help of a friend and an old cat named Mortimer, Evan learns about the enduring impact of literature and uncovers long-hidden secrets. Sensitive topics: death by fire, familial secrets.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead's The Lost Library invites readers into a whimsical yet heartfelt tale of mystery and adventure. Reviewers praise its engaging plot, well-drawn characters, and charming setting. However, some feel the story pacing is uneven. Overall, it’s a delightful read for middle-grade audiences that balances intrigue with warmth.
Who Should Read The Lost Library?
A reader who would enjoy The Lost Library by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead is likely a middle-grade student who loves adventure, mystery, and the magic of books. Fans of The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall or Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library by Chris Grabenstein will find this story appealing for its engaging plot and charming characters.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsBook Details
Animals
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Fantasy
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Values/Ideas: Literature
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies