Publisher's Summary

Four mysterious letters change Miranda's world forever.....

By sixth grade, Miranda and her best friend, Sal, know how to navigate their New York City neighborhood. They know where it's safe to go, like the local grocery store, and they know whom to avoid, like the crazy guy on the corner.

But things start to unravel. Sal gets punched by a new kid for what seems like no reason, and he shuts Miranda out of his life. The apartment key that Miranda's mom keeps hidden for emergencies is stolen. And then Miranda finds a mysterious note scrawled on a tiny slip of paper:

I am coming to save your friend's life, and my own. I must ask two favors. First, you must write me a letter.

The notes keep coming, and Miranda slowly realizes that whoever is leaving them 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.

What the Critics Say

"[W]hen all the sidewalk characters from Miranda's Manhattan world converge amid mind-blowing revelations and cunning details, teen readers will circle back to the beginning and say,'Wow... cool.'" (Kirkus Reviews)"[T]he mental gymnastics required of readers are invigorating; and the characters, children, and adults are honest bits of humanity no matter in what place or time their souls rest." (Booklist)

I've been recommending this book to everyone I can, adult and children alike. I've listened to it twice already and enjoyed it tremendously. My six year old daughter loved it too (though I'm sure she didn't understand all of it). This book is my absolute favorite kind of book. A tautly written, tightly plotted story in which all the pieces only make sense after you've read the story.
It was the best book I listened to (or read) last year!

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

B. Injasoulian

RWC, CA

16/09/15

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Performance

Story

"Stellar"

My 11 year old son and I were completely transfixed by the story. Tightly woven, engaging, and a brilliant thought exercise on time travel. Trippy in the best way and filled with lovable, imperfect characters. I was particularly happy with the adult characters who were crafted with uncommon respect and connectedness. We are ordering her new book right now!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Brianna

Boston, MA, USA

26/12/09

Overall

"Excellent intrigue story"

This is a very interesting and exciting book. Really holds your attention and interest from thebeginning to finish. I will listen to it again, I am sure!I already have my older sister listening to it..and I suspect my Nona will want to hear it too! So, in my home, interest in this story is across ages 10 to 70! Great !!

8 of 10 people found this review helpful

Carla

5/09/16

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Performance

Story

"Beats my favorite book Narnia"

Love it nothing bad about it all positive even the narrator I love just the best I'm speechless!!!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Jennifer Martin

27/08/16

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"This book made me think"

This book is so amazing. Amazing storyline with very relatable characters. There is an amazing twist ending! I am re reading this book for the fourth time. Also there was an amazing narration. I would recommend this for 11, 12, or 13 year olds.👍👍👏👏

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

daniel blakely

15/04/16

Overall

"Amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

If you are even thinking about listening or reading this book I highly recommend you read "The Mixed-up Files of Basil E. Frankwiler" . Anyway "When You Reach Me" is well thought out and I absolutely love Cynthia Holloway and Rebecca Stead oh and if you like surprises and when things don't make sense and then they clear up , this is the story for you.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

VC

26/10/15

Overall

Performance

Story

"GG"

What made the experience of listening to When You Reach Me the most enjoyable?

I love this book! Its the absolute best. I love how its partially a mystery in the beggining.

What other book might you compare When You Reach Me to and why?

NONE!!! Its so original.

What does Cynthia Holloway bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

WUT IS THIS QUESTION????

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I was in heaven

Any additional comments?

G FREAKIN G!!!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Devon

4/08/15

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Performance

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"awesome"

This book is very interesting And easy to follow with a good feel for the reader

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

karen

23/07/15

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Performance

Story

"This book is truly amazing"

It was truly amazing, I can relate to this book so much and I recommend this book to anyone who dreams of hearing a truly lovely story, this book was well narrated and the performance+story was beautiful.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

R. Celaya

SF Bay Area, CA United States

22/07/15

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Performance

Story

"Childhood & Time Travel"

This is a fascinating story about childhood - both the joy and frustration. And about time travel cleverly woven into the story.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

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