Things That Are
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| Things That Are | |
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| Author | Andrew Clements |
| Country | USA |
| Language | English |
| Genre | children's literature, Science Fiction |
| Publisher | Philomel |
Publication date | 2008 |
| ISBN | 978-0-399-24691-3 |
| OCLC | 216938211 |
| LC Class | PZ7.C59118 Tgv 2008 |
| Preceded by | Things Hoped For |
Things That Are is a young adult book by Andrew Clements. Released in 2008 by Philomel, the book is a sequel to Things Hoped For.
Plot
The story is about 17 year old Alicia, Bobby's friend who the reader learned about earlier in the series. The main plot centers around her journey of self reassurance and courage. The story also includes short exchanges between Alicia and her "brain fairy" in which they argue over a present topic.The "brain fairy" always annoys Alicia and calls her names. The story starts out with Bobby coming home from New York to Chicago to visit Alicia. He was unknowningly followed by the invisible man, William. The FBI start to intervene because of an arrest warrant on William. Alicia and Bobby then help William use an electric blanket to return him to his previous state. William then returns to his wife and daughter in Montreal.
Characters
Main Characters: Alicia Van Dorn, and Bobby Phillips
Minor Characters: Mr. and Mrs. Van Dorn, William, and Mr. and Mrs. Phillips,