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Book SynopsisSchmidt 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.
Trade Review"An unforgettable story of loss, healing, and finding one’s way.” — Booklist (starred review) “Alternating between poignant moments of humor, melancholy, and occasional suspense, Schmidt sensitively explores the various ways grief has of bringing people together.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "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. Just Like That is a riveting, award-worthy novel from a truly accomplished writer. Don’t miss it." — BookPage "[A] rich, humane tale." — Publishers Weekly
