Category: Middle Grade

K: Kate Wetherall

Kate Wetherall is a character from the Mysterious Benedict Society series by Trenton Lee Stewart.

I love how resourceful she is. Wherever she goes, she carries a bright red bucket, which carries many useful things, including string, extra strength glue, a flashlight, and more. These objects have helped her out in many tricky situations and are a great help to everyone when the Society (Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance) go adventuring. I also loved learning about Kate’s backstory and how her character gets developed.

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HONORABLE MENTIONS:

These are other characters whose names start with K who I enjoyed reading about.

Kate (The Silver Arrow- Lev Grossman)

Kiranmala (Kiranmala and the Kingdom Beyond series- Sayantani DasGupta)

Kyle Keeley (Mr. Lemoncello’s Library series- Chris Grabenstein)


J: Jackson Greene

Jackson Greene is a character from The Great Greene Heist by Varian Johnson.

Jackson is a “former” con-man…..until he hears that Keith Sinclair, one of his enemies, is running for president and will probably use his connection to the principal to win the competition. With a band of teammates who have the same ideas as him, Jackson forms an elaborate plan. I love seeing how the plan plays out and the way that Jackson adds humor and his thoughtfulness.

This is a post for the A-Z April Blogging Challenge 2021. You can read the other posts here.

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

These are other characters whose names start with J who I enjoyed reading about.
Jonas (The Giver quartet- Lois Lowry)

Jane Penderwick (The Penderwicks series- Jeanne Birdsall)

Jordan Banks (New Kid- Jerry Craft)

I: Isabel

Isabel is a character from the Seeds of America trilogy by Laurie Halse Anderson.

Isabel was born into being a slave. When her previous owner dies, she is to be freed, but no one can find the will with this information written on it. Because of this, Isabel and her sister, Ruth, are sold into slavery. It’s a tough life and Isabel hates it. She knows that she needs to leave, but she doesn’t know how. I loved reading about Isabel’s twists and turns and ups and downs in this three book series.

This is a post for the A-Z April Blogging Challenge 2021. You can read the other posts here.

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

These are other characters whose names start with I who I enjoyed reading about.
Izzy Golden (The Magic Misfits series- Neil Patrick Harris)

H- Hanako

Hanako is a character from A Place to Belong by Cynthia Kadohata.

Hanako is a twelve year old girl who’s struggling to find the real definition of home. She’s clever and tries to help everyone. While she battles her inner decisions of what’s right and wrong, she makes sure that others are doing well and helps them feel better. I really love seeing her change as she adjusts to Japan.

This is a post for the A-Z April Blogging Challenge 2021. You can read the other posts here.

G: Gilly Hopkins

Gilly Hopkins is a character in The Great Gilly Hopkins by Katherine Paterson.

Gilly is a tough girl who is used to being placed in foster homes. She starts out as a very independent young girl who is used to getting her way, but as time goes by, she realizes that maybe sometimes, it’s ok to be vulnerable. She lets herself open up to others and becomes more kind and caring.

This is a post for the A-Z April Blogging Challenge 2021. You can read the other posts here.

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

These are other characters whose names start with G who I enjoyed reading about.
Gabby Garcia (The Gabby Garcia series- Iva Marie-Palmer)

George (George- Alex Gino)

F: Froggy

Froggy or Prince Charlie Charming is a character from the Land of Stories series by Chris Colfer.

Froggy is Alex and Conner Bailey’s first and one of their closest friends in the Land of Stories. He’s very kind and a great person who loves to help others. I loved seeing the way he always stuck by the twins’ side. He’s a lovable character and I wish we got to see more of him.

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E: Eva Evergreen

Eva Evergreen is a character from the Eva Evergreen series by Julie Abe.

Eva is a “semi-magical” witch. This means that she can’t use a lot of her magic without feeling tired or falling asleep. Even though she can’t do a lot of magic, she tries her best to help others, magically or non-magically. She has a lot of heart and tries her best to make others happy any way possible. She knows what is right, and even when she makes mistakes, always tries to do the right thing.

This is a post for the A-Z April Blogging Challenge 2021. You can read the other posts here.

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

These are other characters whose names start with e who I enjoyed reading about.
Elliot (The Remarkable Journey of Charlie Price- Jennifer Maschari)

D: Delsie McHill

Delsie McHill is a character from Shouting at the Rain by Lynda Mullaly Hunt.

Delsie lives with Grammy Bridget, her grandmother. She loves weather and tracking it. I love how she faces her problems and how she grows as a character throughout the books.

This is a post for the A-Z April Blogging Challenge 2021. You can read the other posts here.

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

These are other characters whose names start with D who I enjoyed reading about.
Della (Fighting Words- Kimberly Brubaker Bradley)

C: Carter Locke

Carter Locke is a character from the Magic Misfits series by Neil Patrick Harris.

Carter is a bright young boy. He uses playing cards as his weapons and is a master at working with them. He also specializes in sleight of hand and vanishing magic. I love how he works with his friends and family to figure out puzzles and defeat Bosso and Kalagan, the two main antagonists. He’s really funny and I love how he changes throughout all the books. He’s a great character and I love reading about him!

This is a post for the A-Z April Blogging Challenge 2021. You can read the other posts here.

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

These are other characters whose names start with C who I enjoyed reading about.
Cece Bell (El Deafo- Cece Bell)

Connor Bailey (The Land of Stories series– Chris Colfer)

Curzon (The Seeds of America Trilogy – Laurie Halse Anderson)

B: Batty Penderwick

Batty Penderwick is a character from the Penderwicks series by Jeanne Birdsall.

Batty is the youngest sister in the Penderwick family. She can be shy around people who she doesn’t know, but overall is a bright, funny person. She loves animals and her family. She is gentle and timid, but learns how to be stronger and stand up for herself throughout the books. I love the way she’s changed in the books and I think she’s a great character!

This is a post for the A-Z April Blogging Challenge 2021. You can read the other posts here.

HONORABLE MENTIONS:

These are other characters whose names start with B who I enjoyed reading about.

Brynne Rao (Aru Shah series- Roshani Chokshi)