Right Back at You

In "Mason," set in 2023, a young boy grapples with his parents' recent divorce and relentless school bullying. As part of a school assignment, he pens an intimate letter to Albert Einstein, which unexpectedly leads to correspondence with Talia, a girl from 1987 facing her own challenges, including anti-Semitism among peers. This engaging narrative by Carolyn Mackler explores the unique friendship that blossoms across time, highlighting the importance of connection and understanding, regardless of the era.