When you reach me
Readers rate it 4.1 (140 on Hardcover)
199 pages · Released 2009 · Wendy Lamb Books
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When you reach me parent’s guide: what’s inside
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When You Reach Me is a thoughtful science fiction mystery that centers on friendship, responsibility, and courage rather than action or danger. The plot involves a tragic death that Miranda tries to prevent, creating some tension and dread, but the violence is minimal and off-page. The book rewards empathy, loyalty, and brave decision-making while exploring complex themes about time, identity, and growing up in 1970s New York.
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Miranda is an ordinary sixth grader, until she starts receiving mysterious messages from somebody who knows all about her, including things that have not even happened yet. Each message brings her closer to believing that only she can prevent a tragic death. Until the final note makes her think she’s too late. Miranda is an ordinary sixth grader, until she starts receiving mysterious messages from somebody who knows all about her, including things that have not even happened yet. Each message brings her closer to believing that only she can prevent a tragic death. Until the final note makes her think she’s too late.
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- Juvenile fiction
- Space and time
- Fiction
- Nineteen seventies
- New York Times bestseller
- Fatherless families
- Friendship
- Preteens
- A mix driven
- Weak Character Development
- Loveable Characters
- Not Diverse Characters
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ISBN 9780385737425 · Wendy Lamb Books