Here's to You, Rachel Robinson

Judy Blume wrote wonderful and engaging books for girls. Her style is smooth and engaging. This is a book that I have looked for since 2021.

“Here’s to you Rachel Robinson” was no doubt entertaining. I had looked forward to reading this because I really enjoyed the first book in this series: “Just as Long as We’re Together”, and the idea to continue with this story from Rachel’s POV was a good one. However, on further reflection I noticed a few things I would’ve changed to make this character more relatable.Here are some things I noticed:1. The plot lacked depth: I suppose sometimes a light YA read can still be equally as enjoyable as one with many layers, but for this story it really bothered me. According to the book synopsis, Rachel is seemingly perfect, but behind the scenes struggles with her unfeeling older brother and perfection. Here’s what I think. Rachel has one problem: her brother, Charles (the perfectionism thing just wasn’t cutting it for me; her only problem was being so good at everything that she was recruited for every activity and extracurricular- no perfectionism or insecurity about that that I can see). In the end, her problem with Charles isn’t even fixed. Rachel’s character attempts to create a feel-good moment by trying to reflect that her brother will likely never change, but overall comes off as someone who really doesn’t want to think about it anymore. For the main obstacle in this book I would’ve liked a bit more time reserved for Rachel to come to terms with that.2. Nothing in her life changes: Rachel started perfect and ended (if humanly possible) even more perfect. Honestly, I doubt she gained anything from these experiences. The only thing that changed was that I liked the character at the beginning of the book, but resented her at the end. Not one terrible thing happened to her. No falling out with her friends, no academic struggle. It was just, well… her brother, who all things considered isn’t terrible enough to be the climax of this book.3. I couldn’t relate to her as much as I wanted to: I’ve never met a book character so annoyingly perfect. All I can say is that I would gladly trade my life for hers, despite the “problem child” that has become the subject of this book.In conclusion, this is another worthwhile Judy Blume read, and despite some flaws in the plot, I did enjoy this insight into Rachel’s life and the experiences that shaped the person she was in the previous book.

This book was purchased for my daughter. She loves Judy Blume books, as I did at her age. This one is her favorite!

Whether you're feeling nostalgic, or you are a first time Judy Blume fan this book will please all. This 1993 follow up to Blume's other popular hit  Just as Long as We're Together  puts events in the first hand perspective of the over achieving character Rachel Robinson. While I enjoy all of Judy Blume's young adult books this one I have to say was way too short in my opinion. It does a excellent job of touching on the pains of being a preteen that we all remember so well. And it is done with both humility and hilarity at times. I highly reccomend first reading  Just as Long as We're Together  first if only to get a good background on some of the characters personalities. Overall I enjoyed this blast from the past.

I like this book, it is easy to forget it was based in the 70s. Something in the book I think is very over looked is the relatio ship between rachel and paul. Paul was a collage student and rachel was in year 7 and only 13. I think that because rachel constantly describs herself as very mature for her age people ignore the fact she found it very normal. Paul is a predator and went on a date with a minor. This is so messed up and rachel didnt think it was wrong at all. Other than that and the not needed slut shaming it is a good book.

You can never go wrong reading Judy Blume. I listened to this one on a short road trip. My 13-year-old son was in the back seat. Turns out he was listening along with me. He enjoyed the story so much he asked me to order him more Judy Blume books. I happily obliged.

This book is very good for girls aged 10-13. I liked it a lot because you could really understand the character. If you like realistic fiction and friendship stories, this will be perfect for you. If you are a fan of Judy Blume, you should definitely read this book. ( it is the companion to Just As Long As we're Together )

Any book by Judy Blume is great! I grew up reading her books. I just started to collect them again and reread them.

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My tween daughter enjoyed this book

It’s Judy Blume. Say no more. Buy.

Great book for my granddaughter!

Book is in good condition! Delivery was on time! Nice job Amazon!!So, it's a sequel to 'Just as long as we're together'. I liked Just as long as we're together' , so bought this one. It's about a girl called Rachel Robinson, she is terrific student and a talented musician, she have 2 best friends also! They are called Stephanie and Alison. But problem is in her family, her brother, Charles... Read book, to know more!