A Wrinkle in Time (Time Quintet, #1) by Madeleine L’Engle

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“It was a dark and stormy night…”

Okay, I haven’t read A Wrinkle in Time since fifth grade, so I was kind of nervous going into this. Yet, I was very pleasantly surprised, and I’m even more excited to see the new movie adaptation in March! I mean, this reads a little “old” and “simple” but it was still such a delight to read. I will say that I didn’t remember any of the religious/spiritual aspects that were woven in, so apparently fifth grade Melanie, who went to a Catholic school and everything, just pushed those out of her mind throughout the years.

The basic premise of A Wrinkle in Time, that I’m sure you all know, stars a young girl named Meg is one of four siblings in her family, and both of her parents are scientists. Meg and Charles are very intelligent, therefore outcasts, but where their twin siblings, who are of normal IQ, fit in just fine. One day, her father goes missing and Meg, Charles, and their new friend, Calvin, meet a very peculiar trio, who take them on an intergalactic adventure that they will never forget. They essentially travel by folding or “wrinkling” time.

Overall, this was a super enjoyable read, that totally did give me a swift kick in the nostalgia feels. Yet, I’m not sure how well it would hold up if this was your first time experiencing the story. I do feel like there is a little something here for everyone, and even though this is considered a middle grade book, I do think it holds up pretty well for most ages. And honestly? Even reading this in 2018, this is still a very unique book.

“There will no longer be so many pleasant things to look at if responsible people do not do something about the unpleasant ones.”

This is a story about love, and family, and faith, and being able to think for yourself. I can totally understand why this is a literary classic, and I’m so happy I reread it! And now I’m totally pumped for the movie!

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Valentine’s Day buddy (re)read with the beautiful Wren! ❤

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  2. I have this quintet as well. No idea how but I have it now. lol. I actually never read this in middle school, I was too focused on Harry Potter. But I love them as an adult, even though I have only read the first one. I need to find the rest of mine and finishing them since the movie is coming out!
    Great review, Mel! ❤

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    1. Awh, thank you so much, love! It was seriously such an enjoyable and quick read! And it made me even more excited for the movie! I’m so happy I reread it! I hope you’re having the happiest of reading, love! 💘xx

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    1. LMAO! I love how we probably had the same damn experience. But it was an enjoyable read. If you ever go back and try it, you’ll have to let me know! And thank you, beautiful! ❤️😘

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