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Here's to You, Rachel Robinson (Best Friends)
by
Judy Blume
Rachel is the youngest in a family of high-achievers. She's also the cleverest. But it's not easy being super-intelligent - especially when her errant older brother insists on disturbing the peace and undermining everything she ever says or does. And her best friends seem to be falling for his charming veneer . . .
A powerful sequel to JUST AS LONG AS WE'RE TOGETHER.
A powerful sequel to JUST AS LONG AS WE'RE TOGETHER.
Paperback, 196 pages
Published
2001
by MacMillan Children's Books
(first published October 1st 1993)
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Rachel Robinson is a straight-A student and is often referred to by other people especially her friends as 'genius' or 'perfect'. But ever since her brother Charles came back from his school because he was expelled, she's now referred to by him as 'the child prodigy'.
I admired Rachel's straight-A personality. Since I am an obedient student like her I know how it feels, although she's an almost perfect student while I'm a de...more
Rachel Robinson is a straight-A student and is often referred to by other people especially her friends as 'genius' or 'perfect'. But ever since her brother Charles came back from his school because he was expelled, she's now referred to by him as 'the child prodigy'.
I admired Rachel's straight-A personality. Since I am an obedient student like her I know how it feels, although she's an almost perfect student while I'm a de...more
You know, sometimes I am very embarrassed by the quantity of teen fiction I still enjoy, but I'm not by this one. I really do think this is Blume's most underappreciated, if not because it strikes a real chord with me. When I first read this book, I wanted to be Rachel Robinson. I wanted to be in super advanced math, to make out with a Jeremy Dragon, to have a lending library on my bookshelf that my friends could come and go when they pleased (I definitely tried this, too - didn't work). And whe...more
Jul 22, 2010
AnnaBnana
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
juvenile-fiction,
ya-fiction
Just as Long as We're Together was one of my favorite books growing up. In fact, every time I'm on Long Island and see a Benjamin Moore store, I think of the opening pages of that book. Sadly, I didn't know until I was an adult that there was a companion novel. I picked it up at a used book store for $2.75 a couple months ago and enjoyed it a lot.
There are a few things that date the book for modern readers (e.g. car phones, fashion descriptions). That said, I think Judy Blume always hits the nai...more
There are a few things that date the book for modern readers (e.g. car phones, fashion descriptions). That said, I think Judy Blume always hits the nai...more
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This book, called "Here's to You, Rachel Robinson" is story about family, friends and love. The main character, Rachel is good student who always get A grades. However, her brother Charles is totally opposite from her: he was just expelled from school. Rachel is always bothered by Charles and she does not like him very much. Even though she has problems with her brother, she truly enjoys her school life with her best friends and she secretly begins to love Paul, who is a tutor of Charles'.
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Judy Blume must have written this book after I quit reading young adult fiction, because I had never heard of it until I started looking for books to read for this "challenge" I am participating in.
In many Judy Blume books, there seems to be some physical condition that is an obstacle. In this one, the main character is not the one with the physical condition, it's the older sister, and she has cystic acne.
Don't worry, the protagonist has plenty of problems of her own. She is an overachieving ch...more
In many Judy Blume books, there seems to be some physical condition that is an obstacle. In this one, the main character is not the one with the physical condition, it's the older sister, and she has cystic acne.
Don't worry, the protagonist has plenty of problems of her own. She is an overachieving ch...more
Nov 02, 2011
Kellie Wagner
rated it
3 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
ya-lit-2011-2012
I had not picked up a Judy Blume book in years, so it was fun to read her writing again. This book is a companion to "Just as long as we're together", which I haven't read, but would love to in order to learn more about these three girls and their teen friendships.
This book is about Rachel Robinson, the straight laced "prodigy" daughter, sister, and student. She knows she doesn't fit in because of her intelligence and is embarrassed by all of the programs she is invited to join for her academic...more
This book is about Rachel Robinson, the straight laced "prodigy" daughter, sister, and student. She knows she doesn't fit in because of her intelligence and is embarrassed by all of the programs she is invited to join for her academic...more
This was a very good book and I enjoyed reading it. I can relate to the main character Rachel in some ways. My older brother still teases me and I enjoy it sometimes. I didn't have a crush on any boys when I was in 7th grade. But, I did have good girlfriends and that's what I have in common with Rachel in this book. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys reading Judy Blume books or who is discovering her as an author for the first time. This book made me think about some of the activi...more
This is the sequel to Just as Long as We're Together. I read it when I was a little older than when I read the first one. I didn't like it anywhere near as much. This one follows the character of Rachel and doesn't deal with the friend issues as much as family.
This was a great book! It is one of my top 5 favorite books!
MUST READ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MUST READ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I finally tackled the sequel to our beloved Just As Long As We're Together!
I'd forgotten how forward and somewhat in your face Judy Blume can be with harsh subjects and the adversities of growing up. It's good stuff, and needs to be said & read, I just soon forget it's coming and get semi-shocked/scandalized as I read through it...
It was awkward to see things from Rachel's perspective after a lifetime of re-reading Stephanie's view. However greatly insightful, as she has her own mess of issu...more
I'd forgotten how forward and somewhat in your face Judy Blume can be with harsh subjects and the adversities of growing up. It's good stuff, and needs to be said & read, I just soon forget it's coming and get semi-shocked/scandalized as I read through it...
It was awkward to see things from Rachel's perspective after a lifetime of re-reading Stephanie's view. However greatly insightful, as she has her own mess of issu...more
This book by Judy Blume is about a girl named Rachel. Rachel is a straight A student. She has major crushes on two boys and is trying to put a line through her school life and her personal life. Jeremy, Rachel's crush, walks with her one day and kisses her 4 times! Then a tragety happens... Rachel has to go to camp.
I can connect this book to many teens (some my friends ^.^) in the world. They have pretty much gone through a same,if not similar experiance.
I rate this book 3 stars because I don...more
I can connect this book to many teens (some my friends ^.^) in the world. They have pretty much gone through a same,if not similar experiance.
I rate this book 3 stars because I don...more
The sequel to my all time favorite Judy Blume book Just as Long as Were Together . Jeremy Dragon returns and Rachel says the F*word. Yep, I was totally shocked and could not believe it. I think it made me love it more. :)
Nov 26, 2008
Robyn Simmons
rated it
3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
intermediate/m.s. readers
Shelves:
realistic-fiction
A seventh grade student is struggling with the pressures of an imp[erfect world. Rachel Robinson is a straight A studentwho is trying to balance her school life with her personal life. Just as many junior high school girls, Rachel is obsessed with a boy named Jeremy Dragon. Rachel also has a crush on her brother's tutor. Her life has been jintruded on my her ezpelled troublemaking brother who lives to annoy her. She spends majority of her time with her two best friends Stephanie and Allison. Thi...more
This is a very nice easy read for young pre-teens. I read the book just because I wanted a nice light easy read. I found myself laughing at the girls in the book as I remembered acting sometimes like them.
Rachel Robinson is a 13 year old girl who is highly intelligent and loves to learn. She is the youngest of the children in her family. She has an older brother who she finds annoying. I am sure many sisters would agree that their brother would be annoying too.
Rachel has two friends who she shar...more
Rachel Robinson is a 13 year old girl who is highly intelligent and loves to learn. She is the youngest of the children in her family. She has an older brother who she finds annoying. I am sure many sisters would agree that their brother would be annoying too.
Rachel has two friends who she shar...more
I read this in fifth grade and absolutely hated the inclusion of the f-word.
The sequel to Just as Long as We’re Together, this novel focuses on Rachel Robinson (obviously). Rachel is the perfect one: perfect grades, a perfectly organized, and perfectly involved in extracurricular activities.
Well, as you may have guessed, Rachel’s life is not perfect. In fact, her family life is far from perfect. And there’s a new wrinkle: Rachel’s troublesome brother, Charles, has been kicked out of boarding school. So, now he’s home to make trouble. Meanwhile, Rachel is being presented...more
Well, as you may have guessed, Rachel’s life is not perfect. In fact, her family life is far from perfect. And there’s a new wrinkle: Rachel’s troublesome brother, Charles, has been kicked out of boarding school. So, now he’s home to make trouble. Meanwhile, Rachel is being presented...more
This book is about a girl named Rachel Robinson. Rachel is a straight A student and it's very good at school. She has a crush on two boys which she doesn't know what to do and is trying to put a line through her school life and her personal life. Later when Jeremy kisses her, she finds out she has to go to camp.
I can connect this book to the world. Some teens tend to like more than one boy at a time and they realize later, that they don't know what to do. Like Rachael, she stars liking 2 boys...more
I can connect this book to the world. Some teens tend to like more than one boy at a time and they realize later, that they don't know what to do. Like Rachael, she stars liking 2 boys...more
Sep 08, 2007
Iris
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
straight A students and those who'd love to be one.
I learned thru this book the value of family ties.
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I don't know how she does it, but Judy Blume really nails what it's like to be a kid/teen. I recently reread Just as Long as We're Together, which really stuck with me from my childhood even though I only read it once, and when I found out about this sequel, I knew I had to read it.
Here's to You, Rachel Robinson was just as good as Just as Long as We're Together. It's from Rachel's perspective instead of Stephanie's. Rachel is the super-achiever who is pushed by her parents, friends, and school...more
Here's to You, Rachel Robinson was just as good as Just as Long as We're Together. It's from Rachel's perspective instead of Stephanie's. Rachel is the super-achiever who is pushed by her parents, friends, and school...more
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this is a continuation of just as long as we are together by judy blume. this time it stars rachel.
their broken friendship has been repaired.stephanie, rachel and alison are together again. close friends, but different characters. alison and steph are more easy-going, while rachel is competitive.
rachel's older brother, charles, has been expelled from boarding school. this makes rachel fear dinnertime where she have to eat with her brother. this adds to her many troubles. rachel is very stresse...more
their broken friendship has been repaired.stephanie, rachel and alison are together again. close friends, but different characters. alison and steph are more easy-going, while rachel is competitive.
rachel's older brother, charles, has been expelled from boarding school. this makes rachel fear dinnertime where she have to eat with her brother. this adds to her many troubles. rachel is very stresse...more
Rachel Robinson is a strainght A student and from a family of high acheivers, except for her brother Charles who wreeks havoc on the family when he is kicked out of boarding school. In addition, she must deal with friends, crushes and the perils of middle school.
I really connected to Rachel's character because I was also a dutiful daughter and dedicated student and I tended to be somewhat made fun of because of it. I also really like how Blume is able to capture the adolescent female experience...more
I really connected to Rachel's character because I was also a dutiful daughter and dedicated student and I tended to be somewhat made fun of because of it. I also really like how Blume is able to capture the adolescent female experience...more
Here's to you Rachel Robinson is a really good book that I like. You can relate it to your life. Rachel has a annoying brother that had been kicked out from boarding school and now has to live in the same house as Rachel. And now Rachel has to survive the annoyance of her brother. She has two best friends; Alison and Steph and they both have a crush on Rachel's brother Charles. Charles has a tutor after school in his house. And Rachel has a crush on him. But she has an eye on a 9th boy in her ma...more
Overall, I thought this was a cute story. As Rachel tries to navigate seventh grade, I felt like she grew up a little bit as she faced some of the challenges that her family was having. What I especially liked about the book was that the ending was pretty authentic; things did change through the course of the story, but nothing was completely resolved at the end. That's something I wish we could see more of in YA literature--books that don't tie everything up nice and neat.
I eagerly dove into this book when I discovered it as I had thoroughly enjoyed its predecessor Just As Long As We're Together. However, as I recall, I felt this one was slightly more on the "meh" side. Maybe it was the switch to Rachel's voice. I like Rachel as a character, but Stephanie is a little more extraverted. Maybe it was the lesser emphasis on issues of friendship. I don't know what did it. I just wasn't as big a fan of this one. Still decent though.
i read this book after i read "just as long as we're together." i liked reading about this group of friends and i wish there was a book from alison's point of view. i like stephanie the best and sometimes can't stand rachel. i really like when the line is used in this book- "Here's to you, rachel robinson...and here's to my f****** family!"
Best. Line. Ever. but dont tell the teachers at school were i checked out this book... they would not be happy.
Best. Line. Ever. but dont tell the teachers at school were i checked out this book... they would not be happy.
I didn't read this book as a kid, but I somehow came across it after I read "Just as Long as We're Together" to my daughter. I know this isn't the reaction that I'm supposed to have, but I felt sorry for Charles. He pushed his family's buttons, yes, but he was clearly trying to get his family to engage with him, and I was disappointed that no one was inclined to do so. I wonder if I would have had a different reaction if I had read it when I was 10.
I did't love this book. It is my least favourite Judy Blume book ever, and I have always been a big fan. In fact, Just As Long As We're Together, the companion book to this one, was always one of my favourites. This book was quite boring, plotless, and meandering--sort of watered down Judy Blume. Disappointing. But hey, you can't win 'em all, right? Even if you are Judy Blume. Starring Sally J. Freedman As Herself can't happen every time.
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Judy Blume spent her childhood in Elizabeth, New Jersey, making up stories inside her head. She has spent her adult years in many places doing the same thing, only now she writes her stories down on paper. Adults as well as children will recognize such Blume titles as: Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret; Blubber; Just as Long as We're Together; and the five book series about the irrepressible Fu...more
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