When You Reach Me

Stead, R. (2010). When you reach me. NY: Random House

This story is told through the words of the protagonist, Miranda. A homeless man, who is always laughing, lives on the corner of Miranda's street. The main soon starts to send Miranda letters. The first three were instructions to Miranda to write down future events. In the beginning, Miranda is unaware of who is sending the letters, but becomes intrigued in what they are saying. It is later revealed that the homeless man is actually a time traveler that was sent to save a life. The theme of friendship is prevalent throughout the book as Miranda both loses and gains new friends.