65 pages • 2 hours read
Carlos HernandezSal and Gabi Break the Universe
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019A 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
Sal and Gabi Break the Universe, by Carlos Hernandez, follows 13-year-old Sal Vidón, who, after the loss of his mother, discovers he can manipulate the multiverse. As he navigates a new school, he befriends Gabi Reál, and together, they explore the implications of Sal's extraordinary abilities, which lead them into a series of adventures that challenge their understanding of friendship, grief, and reality itself. The book depicts bullying, grief, loss, illness, medical care, and references to child abuse.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sal and Gabi Break the Universe by Carlos Hernandez has received widespread acclaim for its engaging storytelling, diverse characters, and imaginative plot. Readers appreciate its humor and heartwarming moments, though some note a convoluted storyline. Overall, it's praised as a refreshing and inclusive middle-grade novel that adeptly weaves science fiction with everyday issues.
Who Should Read Sal and Gabi Break the Universe?
A reader who enjoys whimsical, heartfelt adventures with a touch of science fiction would love Sal and Gabi Break the Universe by Carlos Hernandez. Fans of Percy Jackson and A Wrinkle in Time will appreciate its blend of humor, cultural richness, and multidimensional escapades.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsBook Details
Children's Literature
Fantasy
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Friendship
Life/Time: Mortality & Death