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Just Like That

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In this unforgettable, gently humorous novel, New York Times bestselling, award-winning author Gary D. Schmidt tells two poignant, linked stories: that of a grieving girl and a boy trying to escape his violent past.

Meryl Lee Kowalski is sent to a girls' boarding school in fall 1968 to move on from her grief over a close friend's death. Matt Coffin is on the run from a criminal gang, afraid that anyone he cares about is at risk. When their paths cross, the pair's connection begins to shape each of their lives. As their loneliness is gradually replaced by friendship, Meryl Lee finds unexpected allies and a sense of purpose, while Matt finds a new family and hope for the future.

This riveting novel is Wednesday Wars author Gary D. Schmidt at his best, weaving in powerful themes and raising tears and laughter in equal measure.

"Set in 1968, Just Like That is part of an outstanding series that began with Newbery Honor recipient The Wednesday Wars and continued in Okay for Now, a finalist for the National Book Award. While each book can be read separately, overlapping characters and themes enrich each other in understated and often profound ways." (BookPage starred review)

About This Edition

ISBN: 9780358697206
Publication date: 20th July 2023
Author: Gary D Schmidt
Publisher: Clarion Books an imprint of HarperCollins
Format: Paperback
Pagination: 416 pages
Genres: Children’s / Teenage fiction: Friendship stories
Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Dating, relationships, romance and love
Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Bullying and harassment
Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: First / new experiences and growing up / coming of age
Poetry Books for Children
Children’s / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction
Romance / Relationship Stories
School Stories
Historical Fiction
PSHE: Bereavement and Grief