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Violence
Barely any
Minimal; a street altercation that is central to the plot; very mild
Language
None
No language of note
Sexual Content
None
No sexual content; age-appropriate friendship
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Barely any
The gentle mystery of time, unexpected kindness, how friendship changes in middle school
What this book is about
Miranda is twelve years old in 1970s New York City. Her best friend Sal suddenly won't speak to her, a strange boy begins appearing in her neighborhood, and she starts receiving mysterious notes that seem to predict events before they happen — including one that tells her to write down a story that will save her friend's life. Rebecca Stead's Newbery-winning novel is a quiet, precise puzzle — a love letter to A Wrinkle in Time and a moving story about friendship, time, and the kindness of strangers.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
one brief violent incident
time travel elements that require attention
ideal for middle grade readers
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