49 pages • 1 hour read
Judy BlumeAre You There God? It's Me, Margaret
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1970A 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 Judy Blume's Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret, 11-year-old Margaret Ann Simon navigates the challenges of moving to New Jersey, forming new friendships, and grappling with puberty and religious identity. Sensitive topics such as bullying and body image issues are explored.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Judy Blume's Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret poignantly captures the struggles of adolescence with relatable characters and engaging prose. Readers appreciate its honest exploration of puberty and religious identity. Some critics, however, note that its dated context may not resonate with all modern readers. Overall, it remains a beloved, influential classic.
Who Should Read Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret?
A reader who would enjoy Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret is typically a preteen or teen grappling with the complexities of puberty, identity, and existential questions. They would appreciate relatable, realistic characters and themes. Fans of Louise Fitzhugh's Harriet the Spy or Beverly Cleary's Ramona series would find this book engaging.
RecommendedReading Age
9-12yearsLexile Level
570L