Martina the Beautiful Cockroach: A Cuban Folktale by Carmen Agra Deedy

Martina the Beautiful Cockroach: A Cuban Folktale

Carmen Agra Deedy with Carmen Agra Deedy (Narrator)

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This charming tale of Martina the Beautiful Cockroach is a delightful fit for young readers who will adore its lighthearted and humorous take on love, family, and self-discovery, making it a perfect choice for kids who love stories with a touch of Cuban culture and a whole lot of heart.

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Thanks to award-winning author and storyteller Carmen Agra Deedy, you'll never look at a cockroach the same way again."Lively and funny...this telling has magic all its own." ―Kirkus Reviews"Spirited." ―Publishers Weekly"Masterful." ―BooklistCarme...

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Community Reviews

4.28
based on 210 reviews

Moods

funny: 100%

lighthearted: 100%

adventurous: 25%

hopeful: 25%

reflective: 25%

relaxing: 25%


Pace

75% of readers chose fast
25% of readers chose medium
fast
medium

Plot or character driven?

66% of readers chose Plot
33% of readers chose A mix
Plot
A mix

Strong character development?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose No
Yes
No

Loveable characters?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

Diverse cast of characters?

33% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

33% of readers chose Yes
66% of readers chose No
Yes
No

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