All the Time in the World
with Kathryn Dorrian (Illustrator)
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Pub Date 15 Sep 2026 | Archive Date 15 Jan 2027
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Description
Charlotte Hartlace's best friend since kindergarten, Lyric Jackson-Kenney, doesn't want to do any of the things the girls used to do together. In fact, she doesn't seem to be speaking to Charlotte at all (or has Charlotte stopped speaking to her? Who can keep track?). Meanwhile, Charlotte's beloved older sibling, Eli, came home after college graduation for just ten days before moving out, into their own apartment, starting their grownup life. And Charlotte's parents are too busy with work this summer to notice how unhappy their 11½-year-old daughter is.
When an elderly neighbor, Maud Whiton, befriends Charlotte one lonely afternoon, things start looking up. Charlotte and Maud have long talks on Maud's front porch, and Maud hires her to walk her dog, Murry, whom Charlotte has loved from afar all her life (the two are exactly the same age-"old for a dog," Charlotte thinks, "but young for a human"). Charlotte finds herself spending more and more time with Murry and Maud, and one day Maud gives Charlotte a wristwatch she's had since she was Charlotte's age. Suddenly the summer takes a turn: the watch her new friend has given her turns out to have the power to take Charlotte hurtling through time.
But not just anywhere in time. It is very specific to her, so sensitive to the questions she asks herself that it responds by instantly sending her through years or decades to deposit her in the lives of those who are most important to her-including Murry as a puppy in need of adoption, Eli before Charlotte was born, when they were still known as Eliza Ann, and Charlotte's own grownup self. And when Maud and Murry mysteriously disappear, it's thanks to the magic of her travels in time-and the "ordinary" real-world magic of friendship and family-that Charlotte is able to rescue them.
All the Time in the World is longtime novelist, essayist, memoirist, and advice columnist Michelle Herman's eleventh book, and her first novel for young people.
Advance Praise
Advance praise for All the Time in the World
"No one understands the joys and struggles of smart, sensitive kids like longtime Slate advice columnist Michelle Herman. Her first novel for young people is a gift to those children and to the adults who love them: an ode to friendship, loyalty, and New York City in the guise of a time-travel story so ingenious I never stopped being surprised. What a gem!"
--Dan Kois, author of How to Be A Family
Praise for Michelle Herman
"Fine writing and the sure, gifted voice of the storyteller prevail."
--Amy Bloom, author of I'll Be Right Here
"Sensible, subtle, [and] loving."
--Lore Segal, author of Tell Me A Mitzi
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9798234137500 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 336 |
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Average rating from 6 members
Featured Reviews
Leigh S, Educator
Thank you to the publisher and etGalley for the e-ARC of this middle grade novel.
I absolutely loved this book. Having a friendship change over a summer as one friend seems to grow beyond the other is a common theme in middle grade novels, but this was a whole new treatment of the storyline, adding in a beautiful intergenerational friendship, an amazing sibling relationship, and so much more. I really adored this book.
Reviewer 858644
This book empasses all the middle school feelings! Charlotte is trying to find her way while also staying true to herself through so many changes. It's hard and confusing, but we all go through it. This book would be perfect for my sister who just finished her first year of middle school.
P. E, Reviewer
This is such a good story about a girl, Charlotte, that is not quite a teenager yet ... 11 1/2 years old. She is having a terrible falling out with her best friend since kindergarten, her sibling has finished college and moved away, her parents' careers are not leaving much time for any "family" time. She feels dejected and unseen. Then one day she befriends an older woman neighbor, Maud, and they strike up a friendship. Maud helps Charlotte to see that this is just a "hiccup" or "bump in the road" that she'll get through. Then something happens to Maud and Charlotte is determined to bring her back to the neighborhood.
This is a story about a young girl finding her own voice and being true to herself. It's not easy, nothing in life that is worthwhile is ever easy. She learns a lot about herself and also her family and friends. It's a really interesting take on time travel.
I feel that the writing is spot-on for a middle grade book. I think that all children on the cusp of becoming a teenager and leaving behind elementary school would feel a bit of unease and turmoil. It is a very unique age where friends and friendship dynamics will change and evolve. As they say, everyone matures at their own pace.
Amy M, Reviewer
Great storyline
Cute without feeling too cutesy
Love the overall style and would recommend
Great characters and a great page turner
Educator 364311
I love books about intergenerational friendships, and All the Time in the World beautifully captures the bond between eleven-year-old Charlotte and her elderly neighbor, Maud. Their friendship gives the novel a sweet center even as a magical watch begins sending Charlotte through time. I love how the time travel allows Charlotte to see people she loves at different moments in their lives, deepening her understanding of family, change, and growing up. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.
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Laurie Y, Educator
"All the Time in the World" is a heart-warming story that is perfect for middle school students. Charlotte is a completely relatable 6th grader dealing with changing relationships - the possibility of losing her best friend Lyric, her sibling moving to the city, her neighbor Maud relocating to Brooklyn. The time travel aspect of the plot adds an interesting dimension to the story and keeps the reader engaged. I enjoyed the dynamic between Charlotte and her family, and especially her relationship with Eli.
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC. I will be adding this one to my classroom library.
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