PJ Our Way - Things That Shimmer

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At school, Melanie’s always been the perfect student.

At home, things are a bit more complicated.

If the Shimmers discover her secret, her social life is over…

Ages 10+

Pages 272

Publisher Kar-Ben

Coming Oct 2024

Awards

PJ Our Way Author Incentive Award Winner

Average Rating

15 Reviews

Featured Reviews

Things That Shimmer by Bayla

Video review by Bayla

Things That Shimmer by Avery

Review by Avery

THINGS THAT SHIMMER GREAT BOOK FOR TWEENS! Things That Shimmer is a story about connectedness and the value of friendship. Melanie and Vicky have been best friends since they were little. But then, a new girl, Dorit, joins the school, and because of this, Melanie and Vicky slowly drift apart. Vicky joins the popular group, the Shimmers, and Melanie is torn between Dorito and Vicky. She knows no matter who she chooses, she will have something to gain, but more to lose. Fans of Raina Telgemeier will love this intriguing page-turner!

Things That Shimmer by Maya

Review by Maya

Everybody can relate to Things That Shimmer because you probably have had friend drama. The main character, Melanie Adler, wants to be part of the cool kids' group (The Shimmers) but also wants to stay friends with the new girl, Dorit. Melanie tries to hang out with Dorit, but it's hard because her other friend Vicky doesn't think Dorit is cool. Melanie wants to stay friends with Dorit because she can relate to her in many ways, one being both of their parents have been so worried about them because of a traumatic experience. I loved this book because it had a surprising twist at the end.

Reader Reviews

Tings that shimmer

Review by ChanaZW

This book is really good. The end is a little sad but in the end something changes. Dorit is really fun and she understands Melanie's life. You should really read this book!

Dec 12, 2024 06:35 PM

Great book

Review by SydPurple

I really enjoyed the book. The end was very sad but it teaches you to do things the right way. Be true to yourself and don’t just follow girls who are mean.

Dec 08, 2024 08:40 PM

Good book

Review by HV2014

The book was good but when you read it just be prepared the last chapter might make you a little sad and it made me cry. It's really interesting and you should definitely read it.

Dec 07, 2024 08:55 AM

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Review by horizonseeker

It is a good book but it is a little sad at the end but it was also fun

Dec 05, 2024 03:40 PM

Fun book

Review by EllieS2014

It was a really fun book because there was a new girl and she had to struggle with that. There was also a popular kids group too. But I don't like the end which is really sad. I got sad but everything is all right after. I really liked it.

Dec 03, 2024 06:39 PM

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