81 pages • 2 hours read
Jordan SonnenblickNotes From The Midnight Driver
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006A 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
In Notes From the Midnight Driver by Jordan Sonnenblick, Alex Gregory, a teenager dealing with his parents' divorce, gets drunk and crashes his mother's car, leading to community service at a nursing home where he befriends a cranky elderly man, Sol. As Alex navigates school, his feelings for his best friend Laurie, and preparing a benefit concert for Sol, he undergoes significant personal growth. The book contains references to alcohol abuse and the impacts of drunk driving.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Notes From The Midnight Driver by Jordan Sonnenblick delivers a heartfelt and humorous tale with relatable characters and emotional depth. Critics appreciate its authentic teen voice and poignant life lessons. However, some reviewers feel the plot is predictable and certain character arcs underdeveloped. Overall, a touching read that resonates with young adults.
Who Should Read Notes From The Midnight Driver?
Readers who enjoy Notes From The Midnight Driver by Jordan Sonnenblick are typically young adults who appreciate coming-of-age stories with a blend of humor and heartfelt moments. Fans of Looking for Alaska by John Green and The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky will find similar emotional depth and relatable teen experiences.
RecommendedReading Age
12-16yearsLexile Level
850L