Review of Buddy of a Hundred Days
Posted: 10 Jul 2025, 10:34
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Buddy of a Hundred Days" by Claire Pence.]
I enjoyed reading the book, Buddy of a Hundred Days by Claire Pence. It is a beautifully written, heartwarming young adult novel about a girl named Ivy and the challenges she faces during her adolescence. The author possesses a genuine gift for crafting a poignant and inspiring portrayal of Ivy's experiences and how she navigates challenging situations with the love and support of her family and friends. I think this book will appeal to children ages 10 and up, primarily.
While reading about Ivy’s life, I found it touching and relatable. It made me reflect on my own experiences during the tween and teen years. The story may bring forth feelings and reflections of life experiences for many readers. The author addresses topics like alcoholism, divorce, death, and stereotypes. Even though the setting is in the 1960s, this book shows what many kids are still experiencing over 60 years later.
The author masterfully painted a thoughtful picture that can enable readers to see that with support from those around them, they can overcome sadness, disappointment, and loss. I love the message that there can be joy, success, and motivation in healing. Ivy experiences way more challenges in her young life than any person should. The bright light at the end of the story shows that with care and empathy, there is happiness and growth after the middle school years. This is what makes it a wonderful book to share with young adults.
I highly recommend this book and rate it a 5 out of 5 due to its flawless editing, universal messages, and skillful writer’s craft. The strong characters, details, and dialogue enhanced the writing of some relevant and sensitive topics. The flow of the writing made it a quick read, and I think many adults would like the story as well. There is nothing I didn't like about this book.
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Buddy of a Hundred Days
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I enjoyed reading the book, Buddy of a Hundred Days by Claire Pence. It is a beautifully written, heartwarming young adult novel about a girl named Ivy and the challenges she faces during her adolescence. The author possesses a genuine gift for crafting a poignant and inspiring portrayal of Ivy's experiences and how she navigates challenging situations with the love and support of her family and friends. I think this book will appeal to children ages 10 and up, primarily.
While reading about Ivy’s life, I found it touching and relatable. It made me reflect on my own experiences during the tween and teen years. The story may bring forth feelings and reflections of life experiences for many readers. The author addresses topics like alcoholism, divorce, death, and stereotypes. Even though the setting is in the 1960s, this book shows what many kids are still experiencing over 60 years later.
The author masterfully painted a thoughtful picture that can enable readers to see that with support from those around them, they can overcome sadness, disappointment, and loss. I love the message that there can be joy, success, and motivation in healing. Ivy experiences way more challenges in her young life than any person should. The bright light at the end of the story shows that with care and empathy, there is happiness and growth after the middle school years. This is what makes it a wonderful book to share with young adults.
I highly recommend this book and rate it a 5 out of 5 due to its flawless editing, universal messages, and skillful writer’s craft. The strong characters, details, and dialogue enhanced the writing of some relevant and sensitive topics. The flow of the writing made it a quick read, and I think many adults would like the story as well. There is nothing I didn't like about this book.
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Buddy of a Hundred Days
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon