Someday Angeline

This was my absolute favorite book growing up. I must have read it at least 60 times (seriously). I love it very very much and think everyone should have to read it.......more

I loved this as a kid. I read it so many times I'm surprised it didn't disintegrate. I could almost recite it. I don't know what I'd rate it as an adult, but my child self would give this 5+ stars! I found it to be a great, funny book. Angeline makes a best friend, gets along with adults more than o......more

In this novel Sachar proves he can match his trademark charmingly relatable characters and satisfyingly full-circle plots to a slightly younger reader (I would say 7+). Themes included: -importance of friendship (with either peers/children or supportive adults) - and how simple acts of kindness can......more

My friend Tracey gives me kids' and young adult books for holidays. It's a longstanding tradition. Back when we used to work at the bookstore(s) together (oh my god, we worked at three different bookstores together), we would compare notes about which kids' books we liked when we were young and impr......more

my favourite book when I was younger, I have vey fond memories of reading this with my dad and laughing a lot......more