Julia is a sixth grader dealing with the normal stuff that happens as we grow up. Such as friends who are changing, first crushes and loves, and family issues. But Julia's problems are compounded by the fact that the earth's rotation is slowing down. The days and nights are much longer and the 24 hour day is a thing of the past. So in addition to the growing pains we all experience, Julia must now deal with food shortages, an ever-changing environment, and a strange sickness that is affecting friends and family. The Age of Miracles is an amazing coming of age book about people trying to persevere in a world turned upside down. One of the year's best written books!