John and Julie and Robert - by Michael Strelow (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

In a small town, three childhood friends-- Julie, John, and Robert-- forge an unbreakable bond beneath the sprawling branches of a maple tree. As kids, Julie dazzles them with her imaginative adaptations of Shakespeare, igniting their dreams of adventure. Now adults, they've taken divergent paths: Julie becomes a globe-trotting activist, Robert a successful lawyer, and John a passionate environmental crusader, often finding himself in trouble for his bold stand against pollution. As John battles against leaf blowers and other threats to their hometown, he relies on the stories of heroes and the power of their friendship. But can love truly navigate the complexities of their changing world? With Julie's guiding light illuminating their paths, the trio confronts the realities of adulthood, grappling with the weight of their shared history and the challenges ahead. John and Julie and Robert is a poignant tale of loyalty, nostalgia, and the enduring ties of friendship as the past and present collide, reminding us that some narratives shape our lives forever.

About the Author

Michael Strelow is a emeritus professor of English and the author of The Greening of Ben Brown, Some Assembly Required, The Moby-Dick Blues, as well as The Princess Gardner series for middle grade readers.