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At school, Melanie’s always been the perfect student.   

At home, things are a bit more complicated.  

If the Shimmers discover her secret, her social life is over… 

Ages 10+
Pages 272
Publisher Kar-Ben
Last Offered Oct 2024
Awards
PJ Our Way Author Incentive Award Winner

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54 Reviews

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Things That Shimmer by Bayla

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Things That Shimmer by Bayla
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Things That Shimmer by Avery

Review by Avery

THINGS THAT SHIMMER GREAT BOOK FOR TWEENS! Things That Shimmer is a story about connectedness and the value of friendship. Melanie and Vicky have been best friends since they were little. But then, a new girl, Dorit, joins the school, and because of this, Melanie and Vicky slowly drift apart. Vicky joins the popular group, the Shimmers, and Melanie is torn between Dorito and Vicky. She knows no matter who she chooses, she will have something to gain, but more to lose. Fans of Raina Telgemeier will love this intriguing page-turner!

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Things That Shimmer by Maya

Review by Maya

Everybody can relate to Things That Shimmer because you probably have had friend drama. The main character, Melanie Adler, wants to be part of the cool kids' group (The Shimmers) but also wants to stay friends with the new girl, Dorit. Melanie tries to hang out with Dorit, but it's hard because her other friend Vicky doesn't think Dorit is cool. Melanie wants to stay friends with Dorit because she can relate to her in many ways, one being both of their parents have been so worried about them because of a traumatic experience. I loved this book because it had a surprising twist at the end.

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Realistic book!

Review by BlankieGirl

It shows that everybody is different and sometimes weird is good. I love this book because it talks about the annoying sassy girls and how you should be yourself.

Jun 09, 2025 04:49 PM
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Things That Shimmer

Review by MargotL

Really good book, a bit stressful for me though since there are a lot of awkward social situations. I was hooked either way!

Jun 09, 2025 10:28 AM
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GREAT BOOK

Review by awaksy

Love this book!!!!!!

Jun 06, 2025 06:35 PM
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Things that shimmer

Review by EMBPjLibrary

Great book! I loved reading it and read it three times. Totally recommend this!

Jun 06, 2025 04:07 PM
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Amazing book

Review by Oduvasha

Characters, emotions and imagination are great.

Jun 04, 2025 11:03 PM

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