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Christopher has big dreams, but the dull requirements of his daily life keep him from getting anywhere until an inventor creates a time remote, and Christopher gets the chance to make his dreams come true.
Quick Summary
Christopher's ordinary life feels like a drag until a mysterious inventor hands him a remote that can skip the boring parts. He quickly learns that zapping through chores, school, and even summer vacation is fun at first, but it also means missing out on the small moments that make life memorable, leading to a few frantic rescues and a lot of laughs. The story is short about 4,700 words so it's perfect for middle-grade readers who think reading a whole novel is a chore, yet it still packs enough humor and heart to keep them turning pages. Kids who love time-travel adventures, especially the goofy kind, and anyone who's ever wished they could fast-forward through a test or a family dinner will find something to grin about. Parents can rest easy: the tension is mild, the jokes are clean, and the ending gently reminds us that the present is worth savoring. If you liked the fast-paced, silly time-jumps of the Time Warp Trio books, you'll feel right at home with Fast Forward.