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Jenni Green is on her way to visit her best friend Autumn when she is suddenly thrust a year into the future, only to discover that tragedy has irreparably changed their friendship. Determined to learn what caused the disaster and whether she can undo it, Jenni searches for clues while coping with a world she never expected to see. Mixing light humor with a time-bending mystery, the story follows a middle-grade protagonist as she grapples with loss, loyalty, and the possibility of rewriting destiny.
Quick Summary
If you like stories where a regular kid gets a chance to see what's coming and tries to fix it, you'll find this book both gripping and touching. Jenni's ordinary summer trip to see her best friend takes a strange turn when she's suddenly thrust a whole year forward, and what she discovers is a tragedy that hits close to home. The story mixes everyday middle-school worries friendship, family, feeling invisible with a magical twist that makes you wonder if you'd do anything to change a painful outcome. Kids who enjoy time-travel adventures like those in "A Wrinkle in Time" or books that blend realistic drama with a hint of the supernatural will feel right at home. Parents can rest assured the book is age-appropriate; it's more about hope and courage than horror, though there are moments of suspense that keep the pages turning. Overall, "A Year Without Autumn" is a quick, heartwarming read that shows even the smallest person can make a big difference when they believe in themselves.