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All Our Yesterdays

Cristin Terrill
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All Our Yesterdays

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013

Book Brief

Cristin Terrill

All Our Yesterdays

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

466

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • Near Future

Publication Year

2013

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

All Our Yesterdays by Cristin Terrill follows Em and Finn, prisoners who repeatedly travel back in time to stop The Doctor, a former friend named James, from inventing a time machine that leads to global conflict. Discovering instructions from prior timelines, Em must navigate her feelings for James and Finn, culminating in a high-stakes confrontation involving past and present versions of themselves. Sensitive topics include torture, violence, and self-harm.

Suspenseful

Emotional

Romantic

Challenging

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.2

24,394 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Cristin Terrill’s All Our Yesterdays is lauded for its fast-paced, gripping narrative and well-developed characters. Reviewers appreciate the intricate time-travel plot and emotional depth. However, some find the premise slightly overcomplicated and believe a few plot twists are predictable. Overall, it's a compelling, thought-provoking read that balances action with heart.

Who should read this

Who Should Read All Our Yesterdays?

A reader who enjoys All Our Yesterdays by Cristin Terrill would likely be captivated by fast-paced, time-travel thrillers with strong, complex characters. Those who loved The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or Divergent by Veronica Roth will appreciate the intense, dystopian elements and the intricate plot twists.

4.2

24,394 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

466

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • Near Future

Publication Year

2013

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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