52 pages • 1 hour read
Kate DiCamilloRaymie Nightingale
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2016A 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
Raymie Nightingale by Kate DiCamillo is a middle-grade novel set in Florida in 1975, following 10-year-old Raymie Clark, who, in an attempt to win the Little Miss Central Florida Tire pageant and bring her estranged father back, forms an unexpected but deep friendship with two girls, Beverly Tapinski and Louisiana Elefante, as they navigate personal struggles and missions that reveal the strength of their bond. The book addresses themes of parental abandonment, grief from a neighbor's death, and poverty.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Raymie Nightingale by Kate DiCamillo is widely praised for its poignant storytelling and well-developed characters, particularly the protagonist's emotional journey. However, some readers find the narrative pacing slow and the resolution somewhat unsatisfying. Overall, it is lauded for its tender portrayal of friendship and resilience, appealing to both young readers and adults.
Who Should Read Raymie Nightingale?
Raymie Nightingale by Kate DiCamillo appeals to readers aged 10-14 who enjoy emotionally resonant, character-driven stories. Similar to Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson and Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo, it beautifully explores themes of friendship, loss, and personal growth.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
550L