79 pages • 2 hours read
Susin NielsenWe Are All Made of Molecules
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015A 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
We Are All Made of Molecules by Susin Nielsen follows teenage step-siblings Stewart and Ashley as they navigate their differences in a newly blended family in Vancouver. Stewart, an intellectually gifted but socially awkward boy, struggles to fit in, while Ashley, a popular girl, grapples with maintaining her social status. Over time, they learn valuable lessons about acceptance, inclusivity, and family unity. The book depicts instances of sexual assault and contains strong language.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
We Are All Made of Molecules by Susin Nielsen is praised for its heartfelt portrayal of a blended family and the authentic voices of its teenage protagonists. Reviewers commend Nielsen's ability to address complex topics with humor and sensitivity. However, some critique the predictability of certain plot elements and occasional stereotypical characterizations. Overall, it is a touching and engaging read.
Who Should Read We Are All Made of Molecules?
Fans of realistic, heartfelt, and humorous young adult fiction will relish We Are All Made of Molecules by Susin Nielsen. This novel is perfect for readers who appreciated the genuine characters and emotional depth in books like Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan.
RecommendedReading Age
12-15yearsLexile Level
HL710L