Superfudge

Book Review

«Superfudge» by Judy Blume is a sparkling, lively continuation of Peter Hatcher’s adventures with his irrepressible younger brother Fudge, in which the author reveals the complex palette of childhood emotions with subtle humor and rare sensitivity. Blume masterfully weaves everyday details into the narrative, turning each scene into a vivid, recognizable portrait of family life, where joy and irritation, love and jealousy blend into a single breath. Critics note that Judy Blume manages to speak to children in their own language without becoming preachy, and her characters are not just heroes but real children with their own fears, dreams, and mischief. The lightness of her style is combined with depth of theme, and the dynamic plot never lets the reader get bored. «Superfudge» is a book in which every child will see themselves, and every adult will remember what it’s like to be a child—and that’s why it is so beloved by readers and highly praised by critics.