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While spending the summer away from home during her parents' divorce, Kit finds a watch that takes her back in time where she meets her mother as a girl.
Quick Summary
When Kit's parents announce their divorce, she's sent to spend the summer at a distant relative's house, feeling lonely and out of place until she discovers an old watch in a dusty drawer that actually works. The watch pulls her back in time, landing her right in the middle of her mother's childhood, where she gets to meet the younger version of the person she thought she knew and see the world through her eyes. It's a story that mixes the excitement of time-travel with the real, sometimes painful feelings that come when families change, giving readers a chance to see how the choices our parents made shape the lives we live now. Kids who enjoy stories like the Magic Tree House series will love the adventure of jumping between eras, but this one also digs deeper into the emotional side of growing up, making it a great pick for anyone dealing with a similar family situation or just looking for a heartfelt mystery. There are a few moments that feel a little eerie (the watch's glow and the sudden shift in time can be spooky), but overall the tone stays warm and hopeful, ending on a note that feels both satisfying and uplifting. If you're searching for a book that balances a fun, quick plot with genuine insight into what it means to understand your parents better, this is definitely worth picking up.