Just Like That

By: Gary D. Schmidt

Narrated by: Leah Horowitz

In this poignant, perceptive, witty novel, Gary D. Schmidt brings authenticity and emotion to multiple plot strands, weaving in themes of grief, loss, redemption, achievement, and love. Following the death of her closest friend in summer 1968, Meryl Lee Kowalski goes off to St. Elene's Preparatory Academy for Girls, where she struggles to navigate the venerable boarding school's traditions and a social structure heavily weighted toward students from wealthy backgrounds. In a parallel story, Matt Coffin has wound up on the Maine coast near St. Elene's with a pillowcase full of money lifted from the leader of a criminal gang, fearing the gang's relentless, destructive pursuit. Both young people gradually dispel their loneliness, finding a way to be hopeful and also finding each other.

©2021 Gary D. Schmidt (P)2021 Recorded Books

A tale of accomplishment…

The story was all the emotions rolled into a tale of triumph. The two main characters made me care about them from the start and their stories intertwining keep me wanting to listen at the edge of my seat. Amazing, triumphant, hilarious, and heartbreaking wrapped up in one story. A great continuation to “Wednesday’s Wars.”

Wow - one of the best stories ever told

I’m a 55 year old business executive. My 30 year old daughter recommended this book that was written for a target audience if 10-16 yr olds. My kids and I had read the Wednesday Wars years ago, which is almost required to fully appreciate this book. Schmidt is a master story teller. If this does not become a Newberry nominee, something is seriously wrong. Amazing story that had me snorting with laughter and finding tears fill my eyes.

BEST BOOK EVER!

I love this book!! I have listened to it more than 10 times and love it every time!! It it really sad tho, almost brought me to tears. If i could give it more stars i would!!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Schmidt is like no other

What a great coming of age story.
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tastes just like chicken

Another wonderful story, just like the others, "bit different." It was a pleasure to read, and honestly I had a hard time leaving it, not because of the suspenseful moments (of which there were a few) but because you wanted to be with your new friends.