Stand by Me (Time After Time) - Softcover

Curtin, Judi

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1847179649 ISBN 13: 9781847179647

Publisher: O'Brien Pr, 2017

Synopsis

What if something happened long ago but still makes you sad? Graham is Molly and Beth's favorite uncle, so they want to help him fix the past - and since the girls know of a mysterious door that can take them back in time, maybe they can! But how can they find who they're looking for without social media? And what will they make of the 60s, where the hairstyles are wild, the slang is weird and no one's heard of ciabatta? Can they help Graham fix a friendship that was destroyed fifty years ago? The girls discover that fun with friends is the same whatever time you live in, and that real friendship lasts forever. Illustrated by Rachael Corcoran. Ages 9+.

About this title

About the Author:

Judi Curtin is the best-selling author of the 'Alice and Megan' series, the 'Eva' series. several other books. Judi's new series, beginning with Time After Time, is about Beth and Molly, accidental time-travelling best friends.

Review:

Judi Curtin returns with another endearing tale featuring time-travelling best friends Molly and Beth ... Described as the Irish Jacqueline Wilson, Judi Curtin brings warmth, humour and emotion to experiences and feelings that young readers will instantly relate to. Beth and Molly are adorable friends that you'd just love to have on your side in times of need. Stand By Me is a story about friendship, misunderstandings and how sometimes things just aren't quite what they seem * lovereading4kids * The follow-up to the well-received time-slip adventure Time after Time, Stand By Me again stars best-friends turned stepsisters Molly and Beth and sends them time-travelling once more... While there are some excellent jokes at the girls' expense as they grapple with the peculiarities of a time that seems a million light years away from where we are now, it's not really the time travel element that is the biggest concern for Judi Curtin, rather it's the opportunities it provides to examine a relationship and emotions that have developed over time ... Judi Curtin is at her best when writing about feelings and relationships. She does so with a delicacy and sensitivity, an unforced warmth, and a real understanding both of young people and family dynamics. Beth and Molly are strong individuals, but as a duo their different personalities allow them each to be the best they can be ... Funny and moving, this is a really rewarding read * Books for Keeps * the second full-length volume in her series about two time-travelling best friends, though as with all her work, Curtin's main concern is the dynamic between friends and among family members rather than complicated science-fiction ... the commentary about the dangers of overly relying on technology is gentle, and the injustices of the past - particularly relating to the treatment of those with disabilities - are also confronted ... technically an easy read, but the novel's emotional impact shouldn't be underestimated * Irish Times * a brilliant read ... a wise and funny novel for readers aged 8+ about friendship * Sarah Webb * really really great story about friendship and love and understanding ... I would 100% recommend this book to anyone [aged 9 - 14] * Fred Weasley Died Laughing * I really enjoyed this book, and my first Judi Curtin book definitely will not be my last * prettypurplepolkadots * Judi Curtin writes brilliantly about friendship, and this new book is no exception ... Stand By Me is an enjoyable and entertaining read, with a lot of warmth to it * thebookstheartandme * With warmth, humour and real heart, Judi Curtin reveals experiences and relationships that are genuine. The artistry and gentleness with which the relationships between the generations and the ensuing drama are purposeful, while never interrupting the pace of the story... Molly and Beth are well-drawn characters, easy to relate to and you will feel they could step out of the book and be welcome in your world (as they would welcome you to theirs.) Their friendship is completely convincing and the reader is wholly drawn in ... While there are plenty of smiles to be had as they travel back and forth in time (especially when Beth and Molly confront a time with no internet or modern technology!), be ready with the tissues, especially when all is revealed. This is a book that is entertaining, thoughtful, moving and an incredible amount of fun! A book about real friendship at the heart of an incredible adventure and all the possibilities it brings. Just love it! * Fallen Star Stories * mysterious and exciting and every time I finished a chapter, I couldn't wait to read the next. I would recommend this for children aged between 8-10. If Judi Curtin wrote any more Molly and Beth books, I would definitely read them! * Seomraranga.com * a fast-moving story of friendship past and present, which keeps the reader interested to the very last page * Children's Books Ireland Recommended Reading Guide 2017 * Curtin, often compared to Jacqueline Wilson, has won legions of young fans with her pacy and emotionally engaging stories * Belfast Telegraph * Judi Curtin sensitively navigates the intensity and fun of female friendships * Sunday Independent *

About this edition

• Publisher: O'Brien Pr
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1847179649
• ISBN 13: 9781847179647
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256
• Illustrator: Corcoran Rachael